Standard Specification for
Burlap Cloth Made from Jute or Kenaf and Cotton Mats
1. SCOPE, CLASSIFICATION, AND DEFINITION
1.1. Scope-This specification covers requirements for burlap made from jute or kenaf and cotton mats for use in curing concrete.
1.2. Classifications-The burlap shall be of one type and four classes [ mass based on a l O 16 mm
(40 in.) width], as specified:
Class 1-233 g/m (7.5 oz/yd)
Class 2-248 g/m (8 oz/yd)
Class 3-310 glm (10 oz/yd)
Class 4-372 glm (12 oz/yd)
Jute and Kenaf-Jute is defined as the bast fiber obtained from various species of Corchorus.
Kenaf is defined as the bast fiber obtained from Hibiscus Cannabinus.
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