Manufacture of leather and related products of other materials
NACE v2.1 Code: C15
About manufacture of leather and related products of other materials
NACE code 15 covers the manufacture of leather and related products, a vital industry that plays a crucial role in the global economy. This sector encompasses the processing of raw hides and skins into finished leather goods, which are then used in the production of a wide range of products, from footwear and apparel to furniture and automotive components. The industry's importance extends beyond its direct economic impact, as it also contributes to the sustainability of the broader supply chain by providing a valuable outlet for animal by-products.
Production process
The manufacture of leather and related products involves a multi-step process that begins with the procurement of raw hides and skins. These are then subjected to a series of treatments, including soaking, liming, tanning, and finishing, to transform them into durable and versatile leather materials. The specific techniques employed can vary depending on the type of leather being produced, but they generally involve the use of specialized machinery and chemical agents to remove impurities, control the leather's properties, and impart the desired aesthetic and functional characteristics.
Production inputs
The primary inputs for the manufacture of leather and related products include raw hides and skins, which are typically sourced from the 01 Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities and 10 Manufacture of food products industries. Additionally, the industry relies on a range of chemicals, such as tanning agents, dyes, and finishing agents, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the various processing stages.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the leather and related products industry are finished leather goods, which are then used as inputs for a variety of other industries. These include the 14 Manufacture of wearing apparel industry, which uses leather in the production of clothing and accessories, as well as the 31 Manufacture of furniture and 29 Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers industries, which incorporate leather into their products.
Revisions to 15
Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 15. The most recent 3 versions of this code (15) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):
This page shows the most recent version of code 15.
Family tree for manufacture of leather and related products of other materials
graph LR A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"] A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/15'>15: Manufacture of leather and related products of other materials</a>"] A --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/10'>10: Manufacture of food products</a>"] A --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/11'>11: Manufacture of beverages</a>"] A --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/12'>12: Manufacture of tobacco products</a>"] A --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/13'>13: Manufacture of textiles</a>"] A --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/14'>14: Manufacture of wearing apparel</a>"] A --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/16'>16: Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials</a>"] A --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/17'>17: Manufacture of paper and paper products</a>"] A --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18'>18: Printing and reproduction of recorded media</a>"] A --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/19'>19: Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products</a>"] A --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/20'>20: Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products</a>"] A --> M["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/21'>21: Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations</a>"] A --> N["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/22'>22: Manufacture of rubber and plastic products</a>"] A --> O["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23'>23: Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products</a>"] A --> P["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24'>24: Manufacture of basic metals</a>"] A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25'>25: Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment</a>"] A --> R["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26'>26: Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products</a>"] A --> S["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/27'>27: Manufacture of electrical equipment</a>"] A --> T["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28'>28: Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.</a>"] A --> U["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/29'>29: Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers</a>"] A --> V["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/30'>30: Manufacture of other transport equipment</a>"] A --> W["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/31'>31: Manufacture of furniture</a>"] A --> X["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/32'>32: Other manufacturing</a>"] A --> Y["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/33'>33: Repair, maintenance and installation of machinery and equipment</a>"] B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/15/1'>15.1: Tanning, dyeing, dressing of leather and fur; manufacture of luggage, handbags, saddlery and harness</a>"] B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/15/2'>15.2: Manufacture of footwear</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level1 class B level2 class C level2 class D level2 class E level2 class F level2 class G level2 class H level2 class I level2 class J level2 class K level2 class L level2 class M level2 class N level2 class O level2 class P level2 class Q level2 class R level2 class S level2 class T level2 class U level2 class V level2 class W level2 class X level2 class Y level2 class Z level3 class BA level3 class B highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class B highlight