More than a billion animals are killed each year for leather manufacturing. This industry is also one of the most polluting in the world because of the numerous chemicals used during the manufacturing stages. To address this problem, an “alternative” was created a few years ago: imitation leather. This textile, which does not use any products of animal origin, might seem to be an alternative to traditional leather, but in truth, it is composed mainly of PVC, petroleum and plastic, which makes it an equally toxic material for the ecosystem.
Faced with the negative impact of this industry on the environment, Carmen Hojisa, a former expert in leather products, created a sustainable alternative And vegan to this textile: Pinatex , made from organic pineapple leaf fibers .
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