100% American Hemp Short Fiber 0.5"
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Hemp Traders Warehouse, 931 E. Pico Blvd. #203, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Short Hemp Bast Fiber (½")
Short hemp bast fiber is derived from the outer layer of the hemp stalk, known for its exceptional strength, durability, and versatility. This fiber is field retted and mechanically decorticated, then further cleaned to remove the majority of the woody hurd—resulting in a high-purity, ready-to-use natural fiber.
Processed to an average length of approximately ½ inch, this material is well-suited for applications requiring easy dispersion and uniform blending. While not combed or aligned, the fiber retains its natural structure, making it ideal for use as a reinforcement material across a wide range of industrial and construction applications.
Composites & Material Reinforcement
Short hemp fiber performs exceptionally well as a natural reinforcement in composite systems. It can be readily incorporated into cement, plastics, epoxies, and resins to improve tensile strength, flexibility, and crack resistance. Its compatibility with both thermoset and thermoplastic systems makes it a versatile solution for manufacturers seeking to enhance performance while incorporating sustainable materials.
Industrial & Construction Applications
With a cleanliness level of approximately 99% and only minimal residual hurd content, this fiber is suitable for use in building materials, insulation, nonwoven mats, stuffing, and other fiber-based products. When added to cementitious mixtures, hemp fiber helps improve structural integrity while reducing brittleness.
Product Details
- Source: United States
- Crop Type: Fiber
- Fiber Length: ~½ inch (12–15 mm)
- Processing: Field retted, decorticated, and cleaned
- Combed / Aligned: No
- Cleanliness: ~99% fiber, minimal hurd content
With its combination of strength, processability, and sustainability, short hemp bast fiber is an excellent choice for manufacturers looking to develop high-performance, eco-friendly products.
Technical Specifications – Short Hemp Bast Fiber (½")
| Property | Specification | Test Method / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Material | 100% Hemp Bast Fiber | Outer fiber from hemp stalk |
| Source | United States | Industrial hemp crop |
| Crop Type | Fiber | Grown for bast fiber production |
| Processing Method | Field retted, decorticated, cleaned | Mechanically processed |
| Fiber Length (Average) | ~½ inch (12–15 mm) | Cut / processed short fiber |
| Fiber Alignment | Uncombed / Non-aligned | Random orientation |
| Cleanliness | ~99% fiber | Minimal residual hurd content |
| Moisture Content | 8% – 12% | Oven dry method |
| Bulk Density | 30 – 60 kg/m³ | Loose fiber |
| Color | Light tan to golden | Natural variation from retting |
| Odor | Mild, natural | No chemical additives |
| Tensile Strength | ~550 – 900 MPa | Typical for hemp bast fiber |
| Cellulose Content | ~60% – 70% | High cellulose natural fiber |
| Hemicellulose Content | ~15% – 22% | |
| Lignin Content | ~3% – 10% | Contributes to rigidity |
| pH Level | ~6.0 – 7.5 | Near neutral |
| Processing Compatibility | Excellent | Suitable for cement, plastics, resins, epoxies |
| Applications | Composites, building materials, insulation, matting, stuffing | Reinforcement and fiber-based products |
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Testimonials
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What a great product! It feels really high-quality has a little bit of stretch and I was impressed at how quickly they shipped it and the quality of the material. I ordered : H-L10
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