FAQ

What Products are made with Coir in Kerala?

Coir is extracted from the husk of coconut. The husk contains a fibre content ranging from 20% to 30%, with strands of varying lengths. The lengthy fibres are extracted through grinding and they undergo various industrial processes for the production of ropes and mats. The residual material, consisting of shorter and medium-length fibres along with pith tissue, is commonly known as waste-grade coir.

Waste-grade coir undergoes screening processes to eliminate some or all of the fibres, resulting in a product referred to as coir pith. This coir pith may have specific applications or uses, distinct from the long fibres and showcases the adaptability of coir in different forms in various industries.

Coir is used to make mats, mattress, rugs, geo textiles, garden articles and other products. Geotextiles are a natural, ecofriendly option to prevent soil erosion. It stabilises the soil and renews vegetation. The coir industry produces a multitude of coir yarn varieties or grades, each possessing specific characteristics tailored for various applications in industries, agriculture, and households. The process commences with the husking of mature coconuts after harvest, extracting coir fibres from the husks surrounding the coconut.