Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur

NACE v2.0 Code: C15.11

About tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur

NACE code 15.11 covers the tanning and dressing of leather, as well as the dressing and dyeing of fur. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing sector, providing essential materials and inputs for a wide range of downstream industries, from fashion and furniture to automotive and construction. As a key component of the global supply chain, the leather and fur processing industry is a significant contributor to economic activity and employment in many regions around the world.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve a series of complex chemical and mechanical processes. The tanning of leather typically begins with the preparation of raw hides, which are then subjected to various treatments such as liming, pickling, and tanning to improve their durability and appearance. Similarly, the dressing and dyeing of fur involves cleaning, sorting, and treating the raw pelts to create the desired texture, color, and finish.

Production inputs

The leather and fur processing industry relies on a variety of raw materials and resources. The primary inputs include raw hides and skins, as well as various chemicals, dyes, and finishing agents used in the tanning and dressing processes. Additionally, the industry requires specialized machinery and equipment, such as tanning drums, drying machines, and finishing tools, to ensure efficient and high-quality production.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the leather and fur processing industry are tanned and dressed leather, as well as processed and dyed fur. These materials are then consumed by a range of downstream industries, including 14.11 Manufacture of leather clothes, 15.12 Manufacture of luggage, handbags and the like, saddlery and harness, 31.01 Manufacture of office and shop furniture, and 29.32 Manufacture of other parts and accessories for motor vehicles.

Revisions to 15.11

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 15.11. The most recent 1 version of this code (15.11) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 15.11 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related Tariff Codes (HS / Harmonized System)

These HS codes are related to this econ code: (15.11).

HS code HS year HS title
430211HS v2017Furskins; tanned or dressed, of mink, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled
430219HS v2017Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole, with or without head, tail or paws, not assembled, n.e.c. in heading no. 4302, excluding goods or heading no. 4303
430220HS v2017Furskins; tanned or dressed, heads, tails, paws and other pieces or cuttings, not assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303
430230HS v2017Furskins; tanned or dressed, whole skins and pieces or cuttings thereof, assembled, excluding goods of heading no. 4303
411410HS v2017Leather; chamois (including combination chamois)
411420HS v2017Leather; patent leather and laminated patent leather; metallised leather
410411HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; without hair on, bovine or equine, in the wet state (including wet blue), full grains, unsplit; grain splits
410419HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; bovine or equine, without hair on, in the wet state (including wet blue), excluding full grains, unsplit; grain splits
410441HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; bovine or equine, without hair on, in the dry state (crust), full grains, unsplit; grain splits
410449HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; bovine or equine, without hair on, in the dry state (crust), (other than full grains, unsplit; grain splits)
410711HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, whole hides and skins, full grain, unsplit
410712HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, whole hides and skins, grain splits
410719HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, split or not, other than leather of heading 41.14, (other than grain splits and full grains, unsplit)
410791HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, not whole hides and skins, but including sides, full grain, unsplit
410792HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, without hair on, other than leather of heading 41.14, not whole hides and skins, but including sides, grain splits
410799HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, incl. parchment-dressed, of bovine (including buffalo) or equine animals, no hair, excluding leather of heading 41.14, and whole hides and skins, and sides, (full grains, unsplit and grain splits)
410510HS v2017Tanned or crust skins of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet-blue)
410530HS v2017Tanned or crust skins; of sheep or lambs, without wool on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
410621HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet blue)
410622HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of goats or kids, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
410631HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet blue)
410632HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of swine, without hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
410640HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of reptiles, whether or not split, but not further prepared
410691HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the wet state (including wet blue)
410692HS v2017Tanned or crust hides and skins; of animals other than equine, ovine, bovine, goats or kids, swine and reptiles, without wool or hair on, whether or not split, but not further prepared, in the dry state (crust)
411200HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment dressed leather, of sheep or lamb, without wool on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14
411310HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, without hair on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14, of goats and kids
411320HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, without hair on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14, of swine
411330HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of reptiles, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14
411390HS v2017Leather; further prepared after tanning or crusting, including parchment-dressed leather, of animals (other than sheep and lambs, goats and kids, swine and reptiles), without wool or hair on, whether or not split, other than leather of heading 41.14
411510HS v2017Leather; composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre, in slabs, sheets or strip, whether or not in rolls

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (15.11).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
1511ISIC v4.0Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (15.11).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
28310CPC v2.1Tanned or dressed furskins
29110CPC v2.1Chamois leather; patent leather and patent laminated leather; metallized leather
29120CPC v2.1Other leather, of bovine or equine animals, without hair on
29130CPC v2.1Other leather, without hair on (including sheep, lamb, goat or kid skin leather); composition leather with a basis of leather or leather fibre
88231CPC v2.1Leather tanning and dressing services; fur dressing and dyeing services

Family tree for tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/15'>15: Manufacture of leather and related products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/15/1'>15.1: Tanning and dressing of leather; manufacture of luggage, handbags, saddlery and harness; dressing and dyeing of fur</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/15/11'>15.11: Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/15/12'>15.12: Manufacture of luggage, handbags and the like, saddlery and harness</a>"]

    

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