Other leather, of bovine or equine animals, without hair on

cpc code 29120 covers the production of other leather, of bovine or equine animals, without hair on. This type of leather is an essential raw material for a wide range of industries, including footwear, apparel, furniture, and automotive manufacturing. As a versatile and durable material, the demand for this leather remains strong, making it a significant contributor to the broader leather and textile industry.

The production of leather under cpc code 29120 involves a multi-step process. First, the raw hides or skins of bovine or equine animals are subjected to a series of treatments, including soaking, liming, and dehairing, to remove any hair or other unwanted materials. The hides are then tanned, a process that stabilizes the collagen fibers and imparts desired properties such as softness, flexibility, and resistance to degradation. Finally, the tanned leather undergoes various finishing processes, such as dyeing, buffing, and polishing, to achieve the desired appearance and characteristics.

The main inputs required for the production of leather under cpc code 29120 include raw hides or skins of bovine or equine animals, tanning agents (such as chromium salts or vegetable tannins), dyes, and various chemicals and machinery used in the tanning and finishing processes. Additionally, skilled labor and specialized equipment, such as tanning drums, drying machines, and finishing tools, are essential for the efficient and high-quality production of this type of leather.

The primary output of cpc code 29120 is other leather, of bovine or equine animals, without hair on. This leather is then consumed by various industries, including 15110 Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur, 15120 Manufacture of luggage, handbags and the like, saddlery and harness, 15201 Manufacture of footwear, and 31001 Manufacture of office and shop furniture, among others. The versatility and durability of this leather make it a valuable raw material for a wide range of products, from shoes and bags to furniture and automotive interiors.