Leap

by Beyond Leather Materials ApS · Denmark · ONA869 · Published 06 Dec 2023
About this material

Created from upcycled leftover apple waste from the Danish juice and cider industry, Leap was designed with circularity in mind. Today, it has evolved into a next-gen material. Leap is a waste-based alternative to leather, with a >85% bio-based composition sourced and made in Denmark.

Its composition is based on a 3-layered structure consisting of a natural textile backing, an apple waste blend, and a water-based, partially bio-based, PU coating for its ultimate durability. The current goal is to evolve Leap into a fully natural material in the near future.

Leap offers premium performance, can be easily customized and is suitable for a wide array of product applications ranging from small leather goods to the automotive industry.

According to our internal calculations, the production of Leap emits 85% less CO2 and requires 99% less water than traditional leather production that soon will be supported with a complete lifecycle analysis.

Updated on 6-12-2023

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