8 strand, 16 strand or 24 strand cord is made from 100% cotton. Natural cord is very smooth and soft. Elongation at breaking load: approx 20%. Cotton cords successfully found their applications in clothing and haberdashery, in many types of decorations, meat and food industry. Also used in candle making. Cotton cords are fire retardant and perfect to be used also indoors. These cords can easily be painted. Coton fibres are environmentally friendly and biodegradable.