Ital Group of Taquara/RS, Brazil, has launched Biocouro (Bioleather), a compound of leather fibres, natural latex and other vegetable agents for use in the production of shoe soles.

Made from an ‘exclusive formulation’, Biocouro is said to lend added flexibility and strength to the final product.  Available in plain sheets and in a variety of colours and designs, the product is described as being 30% more resistant to abrasion than other types of leatherboard currently available.

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