Export Product · Fibres
Bulk Sisal Fibre Supplier in Tanzania
Brush-cleaned Tanzanian sisal fibre in 3L, UG and SSUG grades — hydraulically pressed into 250 kg bales for rope, twine, carpet, geotextile and composite manufacturers worldwide.
- Grades: 3L / UG / SSUG
- Bales: 250 kg pressed
- Origin: Tanzania estates
- FOB Dar es Salaam
Product Overview
Tanzania is the world's leading producer of sisal, and the estates of Tanga and Morogoro have grown and decorticated it for over a century. Sisal's long, strong, biodegradable fibre remains unmatched for baler twine, rope and a growing range of natural-fibre composites.
Our fibre is brushed and graded to the trade's standard grades: 3L long-line fibre for the highest-value spinning and rope work, UG undergrade for general industrial use, and SSUG for lower-grade applications. Grade is confirmed by inspection before shipment — sisal is bought on grade, and we grade honestly.
Bales are hydraulically pressed to approximately 250 kg and strapped for dense container loading: roughly 100 bales to a 40-foot container. Shipments leave from Dar es Salaam with full export documentation.
Beyond its traditional rope and twine markets, sisal is finding new life in natural-fibre composites for the automotive and construction industries, where manufacturers seek renewable alternatives to synthetics. Tanzanian estates, with a century of grading discipline behind them, supply the consistent 3L fibre those technical applications demand — and we see this as the growth market for the next decade.
Specifications
| Product | Sisal fibre, brushed |
|---|---|
| Origin | Tanzania (Tanga, Morogoro estates) |
| Grades | 3L, UG, SSUG; tow on request |
| Bale weight | Approx. 250 kg, hydraulically pressed |
| Moisture | Air-dry, export standard |
| Packaging | Pressed bales, strapped |
Grade confirmed by inspection per shipment. Tow and short fibre quoted separately.
Packaging Options
- 250 kg hydraulically pressed bales
- Steel-strapped for container loading
- Grade-marked per bale
- Container loading supervised
Container Loading Capacity
| 20-foot container | Approx. 50 bales (~12.5 MT) |
|---|---|
| 40-foot container | Approx. 100 bales (~25 MT) |
Bale count confirmed at stuffing; density varies slightly by grade.
Export Documentation
Every shipment of Sisal Fibre is accompanied by a complete set of export documents:
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading
- Certificate of origin
- Phytosanitary certificate
- Quality / grade certificate
- Weight certificate
- Fumigation certificate (where required)
Quality Assurance
Sisal quality is grade conformity, cleanliness and dryness. We inspect fibre length, brushing quality and trash content per grade, and verify bales are dry before loading — damp bales in a sealed container are a claim waiting to happen.
Independent inspection of grade and bale condition can be arranged for buyers who require it.
Read more about our quality assurance process.
Sourcing Season & Buying Tips
Sisal is harvested year-round on Tanzania's estates — leaves are cut continuously, decorticated, brushed and graded without a single harvest season. That makes sisal one of the most reliably available Tanzanian exports.
Grade mix is the variable to manage: 3L long-line fibre is produced in smaller proportion than UG, so large 3L orders benefit from forward scheduling with the estates. Tell us your annual grade mix and we will programme supply accordingly.
Who Buys Sisal Fibre
- Rope and twine manufacturers
- Agricultural baler-twine producers
- Carpet, rug and geotextile makers
- Natural-fibre composite manufacturers
Shipping & Logistics
Pressed sisal bales are dense, stackable cargo: a 40-foot container takes about 100 bales (25 MT). From Dar es Salaam, expect roughly 4–6 weeks to European ports, 3–5 weeks to Asia, and shorter to regional destinations. Bales are strapped and stowed to prevent shifting, and grade markings per bale let your warehouse verify the mix on arrival against the packing list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What sisal grades do you supply?
3L (long line), UG (undergrade) and SSUG — plus sisal tow and short fibre on request. Grade is inspection-confirmed per shipment.
How much fits in a container?
Approximately 50 bales (12.5 MT) in a 20-foot and 100 bales (25 MT) in a 40-foot container.
What is sisal fibre used for?
Rope and twine, baler twine, carpets, geotextiles, buffing cloth, and natural-fibre composites for automotive and construction.
Is the fibre brushed or unbrushed?
Our standard export is brushed fibre. Unbrushed/line fibre can be discussed for specific applications.
What is the minimum order?
One 20-foot container — approximately 50 bales.
How is quality verified?
Grade, cleanliness and dryness are inspected before baling, and independent inspection can be arranged.
Do you supply sisal tow?
Yes — sisal tow and short fibre for lower-grade applications are quoted separately.
Which documents come with shipment?
Certificate of origin, phytosanitary and grade certificates, packing list, weight certificate and bill of lading.