Manila Rope for Export
Abaca fibre manila rope, 5mm to 60mm, 2, 3 and 4-ply hawser-laid, made in India for ship chandlers and importers.
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- Fibre
- Abaca (Manila hemp), a natural leaf-stalk fibre from the abaca plant
- Construction
- 2-ply, 3-ply and 4-ply twisted (hawser-laid)
- Diameter Range
- 5mm to 60mm
- Colour
- Natural tan / golden-brown, undyed
- Put-Up
- Coils, hanks or reels to specified length
- HS Heading
- 5607 — Twine, cordage, ropes and cables
Manila Rope Grade 1 vs Grade 3
In the rope trade, manila is commonly described informally by grade rather than a single formal standard. The grade affects fibre length, colour consistency and how the rope behaves under load and weathering — confirm the grade against your end use before ordering, since a decorative-grade rope is not a substitute for a working-load specification.
First-Quality / Long Fibre
Made from longer, cleaner abaca fibre with fewer joins and a more even, lighter colour. This is the grade specified for marine rigging, decorative ship rope and any application where appearance and consistent handling matter, at a higher cost per metre than lower grades.
Standard / Utility Grade
Made from shorter or more mixed fibre, with more visible joins and a coarser, sometimes unevenly coloured finish. Adequate strength for general tying, bundling and non-critical utility rope, at a lower cost — the common choice for agricultural and general industrial use where appearance is not a factor.
Export paperwork already in place
Globix holds an active Import Export Code issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade and is GST registered in West Bengal. Manila rope ships under HS heading 5607, and buyers should confirm fumigation certificate requirements at the destination port before the shipment is booked.
- Import Export Code (IEC)
- 0288009461
- GST Registration
- 19AADFP8903C1ZB
- Shipping Origin
- Kolkata, West Bengal, India
How we pack and document export orders Manila rope grades and specification
Questions from ship chandlers and importers
Do you export manila rope to Singapore?
Yes. Globix ships manila rope to Singapore, Malaysia, the UAE and the Middle East, as an IEC-registered exporter from India.
Is there a minimum order for export?
No. There is no minimum order quantity, so a trial order for a single vessel or store is as welcome as a container load.
Which export documents do you provide?
Globix holds an active Import Export Code and GST registration, and each shipment goes with its HS-coded commercial invoice and packing list. Fumigation certificate requirements are confirmed against the destination port before booking.
How fast do you reply to export enquiries?
Usually within 2 hours during business hours, Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 8 PM India time (12:30 PM to 10:30 PM in Singapore).
Can ship chandlers order by IMPA code?
Yes. Send the IMPA code with your enquiry and we will confirm the matching manila rope diameter and construction before quoting.
Are samples available for export buyers?
Yes, samples are available. Whether a sample is charged depends on the buyer and the item; we confirm the terms with your quote.
Export buying guides
IMPA rope codes · Fumigation certificates · HS codes for rope exports · Grade 1 vs Grade 3
Facts on this page are current as of October 2026.
Manila rope sizes, weights and breaking strength
Reference data for 3-strand manila rope, 5 mm to 60 mm.
| Diameter | Approx. inch size | Weight (kg per 100 m) | Minimum breaking strength (kN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 mm | 3/16" | 2.0 | 1.8 |
| 6 mm | 1/4" | 2.7 | 2.4 |
| 8 mm | 5/16" | 3.9 | 4.0 |
| 10 mm | 3/8" | 5.6 | 5.4 |
| 12 mm | 1/2" | 10.4 | 10.6 |
| 14 mm | 9/16" | 14.3 | 13.8 |
| 16 mm | 5/8" | 18.9 | 17.6 |
| 18 mm | 3/4" | 23.7 | 21.6 |
| 20 mm | 13/16" | 27.7 | 26.0 |
| 22 mm | 7/8" | 31.8 | 30.8 |
| 24 mm | 1" | 38.2 | 36.0 |
| 26 mm | 1 1/16" | 44.3 | 37.6 |
| 28 mm | 1 1/8" | 51.0 | 48.0 |
| 30 mm | 1 1/4" | 59.1 | 54.0 |
| 32 mm | 1 3/8" | 67.9 | 60.1 |
| 36 mm | 1 1/2" | 84.8 | 74.1 |
| 40 mm | 1 5/8" | 105.8 | 90.1 |
| 44 mm | 1 3/4" | 126.5 | 106.1 |
| 48 mm | 2" | 151.8 | 120.1 |
| 52 mm | 2 1/8" | 178.6 | 144.1 |
| 56 mm | 2 1/4" | 206.9 | 164.1 |
| 60 mm | 2 1/2" | 245.5 | 188.2 |
Reference values: Cordage Institute minimum breaking strength for new 3-strand manila rope (set two standard deviations below the mean of tests across several makers), cross-checked between two published copies of the table. These are not Globix test results. Grade 3 utility rope may fall below them. For any load-bearing or safety-critical use, apply a working-load design factor (commonly 5 to 12) and ask for a test certificate for your order.
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