sustainable leather from waste materials
100% olive leaf tanning
durable
&
long-lasting
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100% made in Europe
NATURALLY SUSTAINABLE
The tanning agent consists of renewable raw materials, some of which are still being disposed of with energy input (burning). This means that there is no competition with food production and, in addition, there is a significant reduction in the burden of the growing regions.
Every year, around 12 million tonnes of olives are harvested in Europe. The major part is used for the production of about 2 million tonnes of olive oil. The natural quantity of leaves is about 1 million tons, enough for up to 600 million square meters of leather!
Environmentally friendly
O’leaf tan consists of 90% renewable, natural raw materials. The few remaining chemicals are physiologically and ecologically harmless.
Ultra-modern sewage treatment technologies
Waste water is treated professionally and gently while still in the tannery.
Short transport distances
because the raw material comes from Southern Germany or Central Europe and the olive leaves from the Mediterranean region. The skins are usually processed fresh.
Protection of drinking water
because surface water is mainly used in production.
Vegetable fats
The fat liquors used are based on renewable raw materials.
Hides are by-products of the meat industry
In contrast to fur or exotic leather, cattle are bred purely to obtain meat and milk. Hides are a by-product of slaughter.
No use of chrome
because the retanning is based on vegetable synthetic tanning agents.
Olive tree leaves are the basis of the tanning agent
Every year they are the residue of the olive harvest. The alternative method of disposal would be combustion, which is harmful to the environment. The extraction of the tanning agent is very environmentally friendly and offers a perfect recycling of the waste material.