Firecord UST – Orange flammable 550 paracord 25 ft, made for the U.S. Army

Produced by an official U.S. Army equipment supplier, the Firecord UST is a 550 nylon paracord designed to meet the most demanding field requirements. Its 8-strand construction integrates a dedicated fire-starter strand, capable of igniting even when the cord is completely wet — a decisive advantage for generating heat in extreme conditions without a lighter or matches.

Beyond its fire-starting function, this flammable paracord stands out for its mechanical performance: it supports a breaking load of up to 250 kg while remaining elastic and lightweight. Its resistance to water, moisture, and UV radiation makes it a reliable companion in tropical forests as well as alpine or desert environments. The orange color also makes it easy to spot quickly in the wild.

Its uses go far beyond simple cordage: it can serve as emergency shoelaces, a makeshift belt, a clothesline, emergency sutures, or a fire starter. A must-have in any survival backpack, vehicle kit, or emergency gear.

• Breaking load: 250 kg
• Number of strands: 8 (including 1 fire-starter strand)
• Material: nylon
• Length: 25 ft
• Color: orange
• Resistances: water, moisture, UV
• Origin: USA