A sustainable leather value chain not only focuses on the production of the materials but also on their end-of-life scenarios. Society asks for a re-focus on the sustainability of leathers that are more biodegradable, and not just durable. Explaining the biodegradability of leather in specific and understandable terms is a key element to the sustainability of the leather industry. This whitepaper lays out the differences in the terminology and draws a distinction between chemical and whole material testing.The whitepaper is unique in the leather industry as it provides transparency and clarity in a well-founded matter about the biodegradability, compostability and end-of-life of a leather article. Download the pdfWhitepaper Biodegradability & disintegration of LeatherDownload the pdfMy email address** First name**Last name**Company name**Stay informed Please keep me informed about the latest news on Smit & Zoon and the leather industry.Consent* I have read and accepted the Terms & conditions and Privacy Statement.Δ Interesting for you Discover more on Biodegradability Masterclass ‘Biodegradability of Leather’Can a leather bag, a leather shoe or a leather chair be biodegradable? Watch the online masterclass hosted by Nera Leather Tanning about the topic of biodegradability with Hans van Haarst, CEO of Smit & Zoon and Wouter Hendriksen, R&D Manager Nera Tanning. Is Leather Biodegradable?Leather can be a biodegradable material. Processed leather can be composted but the environmental impact and the biodegradability of the leather depends, among others, on the chemistry being used. Leather, a renewable material Leather starts with a hide or skin, which is a natural material and 100% bio-based. By using products in the leather making process with a high level of bio-based content, the level of renewability of the material remains high. Biodegradability Discover Stay informedReceive the latest company news and industry updatesSubscribeShare this:
