Ramie is a vegetable fiber. The source of ramie fiber is Boehmeria nivea. China, Brazil, Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan are the most popular ramie-producing countries.
Properties:
- White in color
- Has a silky luster
- Stiff & brittle
- Low elasticity
- Low resiliency
- Easily dyed
End uses:
- Twine
- Rope
- Net
- Canvas
- Packing materials