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JMT’s Sustainability
(a) Ethically sourced leather that keeps to European
regulations and standards, particularly with regards to REACH
(b )Sustainable Bi-product of the meat industry, ensuring that
no part of the animal is gone to waste
(c) All chemicals used as part of the tanning processes are
strictly regulated under REACH regulations.
(d) Our leather is a bio-degradable product that which adds to
the sustainable value of the company.
(e) Tanneries are closely monitored by local environmental
agencies on a constant basi
Why Leather
is Sustainable?
The leather we use is a by-product of the meat industry and if hides are not tanned, some will go for gelatine production, but the vast majority will go to landfill or be incinerated.
More than 250 million hides are available each year and it makes no sense not to process this wonderful resource into leather.
Cows are killed for human consumption – not the hide. The cost of a prime steer in the USA ready for market is about USD 2,500 and the slaughterhouse will realise about USD 30.00 for the hide - a fraction of the animal cost.
Water – becoming a scarce commodity.
Ensuring water is used responsibly and sustainably is a key focus. All water used
is monitored, treated and reused where possible. Water not reused is cleaned and
discharged in compliance with European environmental standards. Tanners are
optimising their processes to reduce water and increase energy efficiency. We’re
committed to continuing to find innovative ways of reducing our impact when it
comes to finite planet resources.
Recycle / reduce waste
Upholstered leather has an incredibly long lifespan when looked after properly,but like any material it will eventually wear out over time. Even so, leather is 100%post-consumer recyclable, can be 100% biodegradable (depending on anyfinishing treatments applied) and can be easily up-cycled and repurposed in theproduction of other products making it a fantastically sustainable product.Throughout the manufacturing process we work hard to ensure that, whereverpossible any excess materials or by-products are reused or recycled. Forexample, gelatine collagen is produced from trimmings and off-cuts removedfrom the hides during the raw and liming stages of the process.
Green Activities That We Have Done
Over The Years
Step inside a curated collection of real-world projects where JMT Leather brings texture, warmth, and sophistication to life. From luxury hotels to contemporary residences, each space tells a story of exceptional design and material mastery.
