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Derived from the agave plant

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Sisal

Sisal plants are drought-resistant and produce fibres with minimal waste

Sisal comes from the leaves of the agave plant and is commonly used in ropes, rugs, mats, and other durable products. The plant is hardy and drought-tolerant, thriving with minimal water and low agricultural inputs, making it a low-maintenance crop. 

Sisal fibres are naturally stiff and coarse, limiting their application in fashion and textiles unless softened through mechanical or chemical treatments. These processing steps can pose risks, particularly when involving chemical softening, bleaching, or retting, which may generate wastewater and require energy inputs

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