New partnership boosts sustainability in Brazilian leather
The Centre for the Brazilian Tanning Industry (CICB) and the Institute for Agricultural and Forestry Management and Certification (Imaflora) have announced a partnership to promote sustainability in Brazil’s leather and meat value chains.
This three-year agreement will implement CICB’s Raw Material Guide and Imaflora’s "Boi na Linha" protocol (a unified system of monitoring, reporting, and verification developed by Imaflora) to improve traceability and responsible sourcing.
The collaboration will provide training and raise awareness among tannery professionals, cattle ranchers, and meatpackers. According to CICB, 80% of Brazil’s leather production is aimed at export markets with increasing demands for sustainable and traceable supply chains. Imaflora highlights that the initiative addresses issues like deforestation, labour standards, and land use, aiming to strengthen security and credibility in leather sourcing.
Through joint efforts in media and communication, CICB and Imaflora will engage industry stakeholders in best practices to help Brazilian leather meet global sustainability standards.
