MAGUEY

 USES/APPLICATIONS

Maguey is usually blended with abaca in the manufacture of:

  • ropes
  • carpets
  • binder twine
  • fishnets

Fibercrafts like slippers, flowers and other novelty or decorative items
Cottonized maguey can be blended with acrylic or polyester fiber to be spun into:

  • yarns
  • wall cover
  • upholstery
  • bags
  • curtain materials

Has potential in the manufacture of industrial papers like:

  • heavy-duty bags
  • wrapping papers
  • wallboards

 
 

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