Parachute Webbing

Description:

Hemp is a plant that has the most durable fiber in the world, was manufactured into parachute webbings, and also utilized for ship rigging, military uniforms, baggage, and more.

How it’s Made:

Hemp is the perfect choice for parachute webbing material because it is made from the strongest and longest natural hemp fibers. Hemp is also resistant to rot and abrasion.⁽¹⁾

Advantages:

Hemp webbing is 100% organic, antimicrobial, ultraviolet light resistant and does not decay in salt water. Hemp webbing functions great on applications that require strap type material.⁽²⁾

Disadvantages:

Due to controlled production of hemp, the demand is less compared to other commodity crops.⁽³⁾

History:

The first recorded history of hemp in America dates back to 1632. Hemp was then exported to England for parachute webbing production and other industrial needs.⁽⁴⁾

Looking to the Future:

Hemp having a vast potential to be produced cheaply, it will eventually supersede cotton, linen and polyester.⁽⁵⁾