Leather Industry

Leather is a natural material produced through the tanning of animal hides or skins. It combines strength, flexibility, and a premium aesthetic, making it valuable across several industries.

Primary applications include:

• Footwear – uppers, soles, insoles

• Fashion accessories – bags, wallets, belts

• Automotive interiors – steering wheels, seats, door trims

• Furniture upholstery – sofas, chairs, luxury seating

Key chemical categories for leather processing:

• Tanning agents (chrome, vegetable, synthetic tanning materials)

• Fatliquors and softening agents

• Dyes and pigments

• Finishing resins, coatings, and protective additives