Chrome Upper Leather
Three-page article about the preparation of leather, and the chrome tanning process. From Siegel of California, Inc.
History and Process of Leather
Short article about the history of leather and hide treatments, and current technologies for the tanning and processing of leather. From Canadian Contract Leathers, Inc.
Leather Finisher's Manual
Extensive, two-page article about leather finishing techniques, materials, and properties testing. From Siegel of California, Inc.
Markets for Skins and Leather
Comprehensive 2003 report providing an overview of the characteristics and world wide supply capabilities for emu, ostrich, goat, crocodile and camel skins and leathers to Australian producers and processors, prepared for the Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation by Kylie MacNamara and others.
The European Tanning Industry Sustainability Revie
May 2002 contribution of COTANCE to the World Summit on Sustainable Development, describing the principles of sustainable development as practiced and implemented by the European leather tanning and processing industry.
Trade Development in the Leather Industry in Afric
October 2002 report under the auspices of the International Trade Center about the commercial development of the African leather tanning and processing, and the leather goods manufacturing industry. [PDF]