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?
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First "Train the Trainers" Workshop of the Metaskills4TCLF Project Launched in Pirmasens
First "Train the Trainers" Workshop of the Metaskills4TCLF Project Launched in Pirmasens
The Metaskills4TCLF project officially kicked off its five-part workshop circuit with an engaging three-day event in Pirmasens, hosted by PFI. The workshop brought together 27 participants from 14 partner...
COTANCE Submits Feedback on the EU Circular Economy Act
Leather is one of Europe’s oldest circular materials — renewable, bio-based, durable, and biodegradable. Yet, it’s often overlooked in current EU policy frameworks.
In its submission to the European Commission, COTANCE calls for fair recognition of leather’s circular value and puts forward four...
COTANCE Calls for a “Stop-the-Clock” Mechanism on the EUDR Amendment to Ensure a Reassessment of its Workability
PRESS RELEASEBrussels, 27 October 2025, - COTANCE joins 26 European industries in calling on the European Commission to:
Introduce a “Stop-the-Clock” mechanism, allowing proper assessment of the EUDR’s impact and implementation.
Deliver the legally required scope-related Impact Assessment under...
COTANCE Calls for a “Stop-the-Clock” Mechanism on the EUDR Amendment to Ensure a Reassessment of its Workability
PRESS RELEASEBrussels, 27 October 2025, - COTANCE joins 26 European industries in calling on the European Commission to:
Introduce a “Stop-the-Clock” mechanism, allowing proper assessment of the EUDR’s impact and implementation.
Deliver the legally required scope-related Impact Assessment under...
