Ropemaking fiber is a material used to make ropes, cords, and twines. Common fibers used for this purpose include SISAL, abaca, JUTE, and HEMP. SISAL is a stiff, durable fiber made from the leaves of the agave plant. Abaca is a strong, coarse fiber made from the leaves of the banana plant. JUTE is a soft, shiny fiber made from the stems of the JUTE plant. HEMP is a strong, coarse fiber made from the stems of the cannabis plant.