When you have a mission critical application and only the best will do, choose Mil-C-5040H military-grade paracord. Our International Orange Mil-Spec paracord has a 7 strand nylon core and a 550 lb. minimum breaking strength. Each core strand is a twisted 3-ply strand. This cord is made in America by a certified U.S. Government contractor and is the same cord used by our military forces. Certification emailed upon request Mil-C-5040H 550 Type III Made by a Certified U.S. Government Contractor 550 lb. Minimum Tensile Strength 7 Strand Nylon Core Core Strands are 3-Ply Strands 32 Strand Nylon Sheath Approximate Diameter: 5/32" (4mm) Mildew and Rot Resistant Made in the USA Please note that actual cord colors may vary from the sample photo. Click here for additional color information. Also, the manufacturing process results in a small percentage of spools with two separate lengths of cord. If your project requires a continuous length of cord, please let us know by email following checkout.