Locate packaging cord

Cord offers stronger packaging materials. Basically, its constructed with several multi-plied yarns twisted together.

I recommend: Select either natural or polished 1 to 2 mm hemp cord at Hemp Basics, LLC. Buy 1/2 or 5/8 inch coils of polyester cord strapping for hand tied packaging with discounts based on quantity at Packaging Place, Inc. Buy 1 to 24-plus cases with tiered discounts of white extra heavy grade 1/8 inch diameter cotton braided cord/twine for butcher shops, delis and other business uses at PackAndSeal.com.

Find packaging twine by type and strength

These products come in various lengths, colors, material and plies.

I recommend: For industrial applications see 110 to 360 lb. tensile strength tying twine at Office Depot, Inc. Get discounts on 3 or more twisted Sisal 1 and 2 ply twine at Uline. Go to Red Tag Supply then select “View Details” for white poly or brown sisal twine. For industrial synthetic strapping twine that replaces steel banding check out the descriptions and get a quote from Indeco Products Inc.

Get non-degradable polypropylene tying twine

Polypropylene twine stands up against the elements. It's strong, moisture resistant and doesn't rot.

I recommend: Atlantic Paper & Twine Company carries tying twine with special pricing for large quantities. Get customized service and orders for polypropylene twine by submitting your requirements at Brace Twine. See the selections of polypropylene tying twine with up to 10,500 feet per case and discount pricing at Cutting Edge Packaging Products. Get discounts with orders of four or more for plastic twine up to 10,500 feet at Paper Mart.

Consider manufacturers of packing twine

Work directly with a manufacturer of cord and twine packaging materials. These companies provide standard, bulk and specialty orders.

I recommend: Go to Consolidated Cordage and check out their list of twine packaging materials that includes cotton, cotton/polyester, polypropylene, sisal and jute. Order 1 to 3-ply split or spiral-wrap monofilament tying twines by the carton or pallet from the manufacturer at Bridon Cordage. Click Trio Manufacturing Company, in business since 1899, for information about their tying twine, especially meat tying, envelope and florist twine.