Chemistry, Leather and Sustainability go Hand in Hand

Leather is among the oldest and most naturally occurring materials in human history. As a result, it is evident to us at TFL that our products need to be in the highest harmony with nature in order to maintain the unique sustainability of the fascinating product leather in modern manufacturing processes.

TFL Global Environmental, Social and Governance report (ESG) 2022

In preparation for coming EU Requirements for medium sized companies TFL has published a global Environmental, Social and Governance report (ESG) for the calendar year 2022.

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TFL ECO TEC

Eco challenges
in Beamhouse
and Tanning

The main challenges in processing raw hides and skins are high contents of sulfide, nitrogen, salts and chromium and too high COD/BOD values of the waste water

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TFL ECO TEC

Manufacturing
sustainable
leather

How can TFL products contribute to sustainable leather production?

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TFL Global sustainability reporting 2023

Sustainability is a key strategic theme for TFL and considered to be a driver for growth and value as well as an important element of risk management.

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TFL PURE TEC

Leather is pure nature –
and that feels good

TFL has taken a leading position to develop and supply the leather industry with new products containing renewable sources of infinite supply and greater sustainability and thus hugely beneficial for the environment.

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TFL ECO TEC

Restricted
substances
in leather

TFL Eco Guidelines – Your guide through the maze of Restricted Substances lists in a clear and easy to understand manner for staff working in tanneries and the leather industry

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