Sisal Fiber FAQ for Worldwide Buyers
Straight answers for importers buying Kenyan sisal fiber: grades, prices, minimum order, packing, documents and shipping from the Port of Mombasa to any destination.
Grades & quality
Which sisal fiber grades do you export?
We export Kenyan sisal fiber in three main grades: UG (top grade, long, creamy-white and well brushed), SSUG (second grade, slightly shorter with minor colour variation) and 3L (long fibre suited to rope and twine). Each grade is confirmed in writing before booking.
What fiber length and moisture can I expect?
Fibre length ranges from 60 cm to 130 cm depending on grade. Moisture is kept low through sun-drying and brushing, and the exact moisture and impurity limits are stated on the proforma invoice.
Can I get a sample before ordering a container?
Yes. Samples can be arranged for serious buyers so you can check colour, length and strength before confirming a full order. Contact our export desk with your grade and destination.
Is pre-shipment inspection available?
Yes. Inspection by SGS, Intertek or a surveyor you nominate can be arranged at loading to confirm grade, weight and packing.
Prices & orders
What is the price of Kenyan sisal fiber?
Our indicative export prices range from about US$1,200 to US$1,800 per metric ton FOB Mombasa, depending on grade. Final prices are confirmed on a formal quotation with a validity date.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The standard minimum order is 20 metric tons, roughly one 20ft container. Larger monthly contracts can be agreed for regular buyers.
Which payment methods do you accept?
We accept TT (bank transfer), USDT, BTC and ESCROW. The payment schedule is stated on the proforma invoice.
Shipping worldwide
Do you ship sisal fiber worldwide?
Yes. We ship from the Port of Mombasa, Kenya to buyers in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, the Americas and Africa, on FOB, CFR or CIF terms.
How is sisal fiber packed for export?
Fibre is compressed into hessian- or strap-wrapped bales and loaded into 20ft or 40ft containers. Bale weight and container load are confirmed on your quotation.
How long does delivery take?
Loading typically follows within 15–21 days of order confirmation, then ocean transit time depends on your destination port.
Which export documents do I receive?
Standard documents include the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin and phytosanitary certificate. Other documents your country requires can be arranged.
About sisal
What is sisal fiber used for?
Sisal is used for rope, twine, mats, carpets, gypsum and plaster reinforcement, paper, bags, dartboards and composite materials.
Is sisal eco-friendly?
Yes. Sisal comes from the Agave sisalana plant, grows in dry regions with little water, and is fully biodegradable and renewable.
Ready to order?
See full specifications and price tiers, or send your grade, tonnage and destination port for a formal quotation.