Dutch leather chemicals company Stahl BV has introduced two new fatliquors into its range for use in producing softer leathers. Both products are said to possess excellent light fastness and resistance to heat yellowing which makes them very suitable for use on leathers which will be finished in white and pastel shades.

Salem LCN is a highly concentrated lecithin based oil which is suitable for all types of soft leather to give a classic silky touch to the surface. Typical applications include leathers for soft and tight shoe uppers for which Salem LCN has no negative effect on grain break.

Salem LCN is also highly recommended for automotive leathers thanks to its excellent fogging resistance properties.

The second product, Corilene VSN, is a blend of sulphonated and sulphated synthetic oils having excellent penetration properties that allow even and thorough lubrication of the fibre structure throughout the cross-section of the leather. This results in a pleasant soft handle.

This, together with its exceptional lightfastness properties, makes Corilene VSN highly recommended for use on leathers for applications such as soft shoes, nappa, furniture and garments, where inner softness and roundness is very important. It is also suitable for leathers where little or no finish will be applied such as nubuck and suede splits.