Fresh Bio Leather
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THE ECO-FRIENDLIEST LEATHER IN THE WORLD.

Made in Italy using modern, eco-friendly technology, FRESH is a bio-based, compostable leather with no metals or toxins, no quality concessions, and a nearly-zero carbon footprint. Articles tanned with FRESH are certified as more than 92% biodegradable and do not release any phytotoxins or toxic chemicals into the environment. 

 

VEGAN LEATHER ISN'T REAL LEATHER. FRESH IS.

 

Unlike harmful vegan leather, which is derived from artificial, non-renewable resources such as plastic, FRESH BIO LEATHER is premium-grade cowhide tanned with natural ingredients like fruits and plants. It offers the same performance and tear-resistant characteristics as conventional leather, but is ready for composting at the end of its usage cycle.

 

BIO LEATHER ENGINEERED TO RETURN TO NATURE. 

 

This means that leather, a raw material derived from nature, can now return to nature through sustainable tanning techniques designed to safeguard health and the environment without sacrificing quality or durability. Simply put, FRESH BIO LEATHER is on the cutting edge of modernity and tradition. It truly is the best of both worlds.

 

COMPOSTABLE LEATHER THAT'S ALSO ANTIMICROBIAL.

 

Fresh Bio Leather is finished with Iconic® antimicrobial, cleanable formula which repels bacteria, mildew, mold, and other fungi. Additionally, tough stains such as Dijon mustard and red wine clean up with ease if treated immediately. Lab-tested, this hygiene-friendly leather performs well in high-touch, high-traffic settings.

 

INNOVATION

 
  • metal-free
  • biodegradability
  • compostability

 

ADVANTAGES

 
  • heavy metal-free waste water 
  • works on full thickness leather
  • leather can be stored for long periods without deterioration or unrepairable physical damage
  • leather can be completely dried for transport or extended storage
  • leather residues (trimmings and shavings) are both biodegradable and compostable
  • lower water consumption by 60% during tanning and retanning

 

FLEXIBILITY

 
  • tanning versatility

 

TECHNICAL

 
  • metal-free
  • bisphenol-free
  • chrome content < 100 ppm
  • near-zero formaldehyde values
  • high tear resistance
  • Tc > 80°C (critical temperature)

 

ENVIRONMENTAL

 
  • metal-free waste water
  • biodegradable / compostable leather residue
  • reduced water consumption
  • reduced energy consumption (tanning is carried out cold)
  • no mold repellent when leather is stored dry
  • complete integration with the environment - Fresh comes from the earth and returns to the earth

1 Example test sample of FRESH veg-tanned hide

2 Test sample reduced according to composting methodology

3 Innoculum and test sample mix before the start of analysis

4 Innoculum and test sample mix in the early stages of analysis

5 Innoculum and test sample mix in the late stage of analysis

6 Innoculum and test sample mix after 136 days of composting

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