550 Paracord Imperial Red Made in the USA Nylon/Nylon

550 Paracord Imperial Red Made in the USA Nylon/Nylon

Type III 550 Paracord is the commercial version of Mil Spec 550 Parachute Cord also known as Mil Spec Paracord or Mil Spec 550 Paracord. This Nylon 550 cord is smooth and pliable, making it nice to handle. The high 550 lb. tensile strength gives it superior strength and durability. It resists rot, mold, mildew, and UV damage. Assorted solid, multi, and camouflage colors are available. The many uses it has includes making key chains, lanyards, belts, slings, hammocks, shoe laces, gear repairs, survival bracelets and projects only limited by the imagination.

Paracord (Para Cord)
550 lb. minimum tensile strength
Diameter of approximately 4.0mm (5/32”)
7 -  2 ply cabled inner nylon strands
Color will not bleed
Nylon 32-strand woven outer sheath
Not a lifeline
Made in the USA
Manufactured by E.L. Wood Braiding Company

*The second photo shows what this cord looks like when viewed under black light.