Leather
Verifying the origin of leather products with scientific precision, throughout the supply chain, across the world.
Origin verification for leather
Origin verification is essential for leather goods, protecting product integrity for brands, manufacturers and retailers – and assuring consumers of authenticity.
Oritain’s unique methodology allows our partners to verify the origin of their leather and leather products, throughout the supply chain.
Leather sourcing and supply chain sustainability
The global leather goods market is projected to grow from $493 billion in 2025 to $904 billion in 2035 (Future Market Insights). But the sector faces increased scrutiny over sustainability, deforestation, and animal welfare.
The leather supply chain is complex and opaque, regularly resulting in the loss of origin information. Many sectors, including fashion and automotive, need better visibility of raw material origin to meet increasingly stringent consumer and regulatory demands.
Current traceability practices are often insufficient, leaving business exposed to financial and regulatory damage.
Scientific testing verifies leather products to their specific point of origin. This provides geolocation to support compliance with legislation including the EU Deforestation Regulation, Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, and Digital Product Passports.
Verification throughout the supply chain
Oritain's forensic testing verifies the geographic origin of leather, regardless of processing stage. We verify origin for both bovine and ovine hides, even after tanning or finishing.
Our scientific analysis provides independent validation of supplier and tannery claims, and creates an evidence-based link between the product and deforestation.
By providing scientific evidence of product origin, we enable brands to mitigate legal, reputational, and commercial risk.
Whitepaper: The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
Uncover the key features of the legislation, the implications for business, related regulations, and how traceability supports compliance.
Download to gain insights into:
- The key features of the legislation
- Implications for leather, beef, coffee and other commodities
- How scientific traceability supports compliance
- Related regulations that could affect your business
