A tree.
A tannin.
A revolution.
Genuine leather. Tanned with 100% vegetable tanning agent.
From the remnants of the Mediterranean olive harvest, a tannin, which replaces chrome – and opens up completely new possibilities.
100% plant-based. From the pruning of olive trees.
Our tannin is based on olive leaves, twigs, and other residues generated during the care of olive trees. A waste material becomes a raw material.
Chromium-free. Metal-free. Glutaraldehyde-free.
Our tanning agent contains no chromium, other metals, or synthetic reactive tanning agents. It is not classified as hazardous material – this simplifies logistics and transport.
Innovation that convinces
Our technology is an industrially scalable alternative to chrome tanning. The process can be seamlessly integrated into existing tanning plants – the pickling step is eliminated.
Residual material instead of arable land
No additional arable land is cultivated and no food is used for our tannin. It is produced from pruning waste that is generated anyway during the maintenance of the olive trees.
Skin compatibility tested
The wet-green® tanning agent was rated 'very good' by Dermatest®.
One ingredient that changes everything. Using the power of the olive tree, we tan leather without chrome. Olivenleder® Represents true innovation: 100% vegetable tannin. 0% chromium.
Olivenleder® – for brands that make the difference
Vitra led the way: its premium furniture already features Olivenleder®. And Vitra isn’t alone, more and more design and lifestyle brands are adopting this veg-tanned leather. Discover their stories and partnerships on our blog.
From the olive grove to the living room: How Olivenleder® became part of the B&B Italia story
Most people who specify leather for their products have never been…
Clean leather needs makers – HAB-TO and the new Olivenleder®-Article “Jesse”
What does it really mean to change the leather industry? For Mike, founder of HAB-TO…
Leather that goes back into the cycle: How certified organic fertilizer is made from Olivenleder® offcuts.
What does a leather seat have to do with tomatoes? More than you might think…
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Lineapelle Milan 2026
Hall 11, Stand V23-27 | Z24-28
