The Confederation of National Associations of Tanners and Dressers of the European Community (COTANCE) is the representative body of the European Leather Industry. It is a non-profit organization established in order to promote the interests of the European tanning industry at international level. Apart from representing European tanners and dressers, it also has the mission of promoting European leather both in the European and international markets.
Leather is a material almost as old as mankind. A wearable natural second skin, it has provided protection, warmth and elegance to mankind for thousands of years. Is this material still up-to-date?
COTANCE at APLF 2025 – Hong Kong
March 11, 2025: ahead of APLF 2025, COTANCE attended the International Council of Tanners (ICT) meeting, uniting national associations from Europe (UK, Italy, France, Spain), the USA, Türkiye, China, Japan, Brazil, Africa and beyond. Key discussions covered EU and...
Amici per la Pelle highlights the younger generation’s passion for leather
If you attended Lineapelle but missed the ‘Amici per la Pelle’ contest, you truly missed something special! It was the place to witness the passion and endless possibilities of leather while finding inspiration in the...
Leather Biodegradability: A Key to Sustainable FashionWe often hear about massive floating "islands" of plastic polluting our oceans. But have you ever wondered why leather is never a part of that conversation?
One simple reason: leather is a natural, biodegradable material. Unlike plastic, which lingers...
The Leather Traceability Cluster endorses Industry-Wide Draft Standard
The Leather Traceability Cluster (LTC) has officially endorsed the essential traceability requirements developed by ICEC, Sustainable Leather Foundation, OEKO-TEX®, and Leather Working Group —a milestone in ensuring...
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