Anti Mildew Double Side Suede Pu Artificial Leather For Shoes Lining

Pu Synthetic Leather Double-Side Suede Pu Artificial Leather Anti-Mildew For Shoes Lining

When shopping for leather products, it can be hard to determine the differences between real leather and artificial leather. Some people may be looking for genuine leather, while others may want to take the cheaper route and choose an artificial leather. PU leather is a common option for artificial leather. But what exactly is PU Leather?

What is PU Leather?

• PU leather, or polyurethane leather, is an artificial leather made of thermoplastic polymer used for making furniture or shoes. 100% PU leather is completely artificial and is considered vegan. There are some types of PU leather called bicast leather that have actual leather but has a polyurethane coating on top. This type of PU leather takes the fibrous part of cowhide that are leftover from making genuine leather and put a layer of polyurethane on top of it.

Bottom Line

• PU leather is also known as polyurethane leather that is artificial. If you are someone looking for a cheaper option, something vegan, or comes in a variety of colors, PU leather will be a great option for you. But if you are looking for genuine leather, PU leather will be something you will want to avoid. There are numerous ways to tell the difference between PU leather and genuine leather to help you in your furniture buying process.

Leather quality test reports:

1. Living up to European standard ROHS.
2. Heavy metal content comply with EN71-3 standard.
3. Comply with European restriction on phthalate.
4. Under 0.1% (1000ppm).
5. Flame resistance: comply with Calfornia standard 117.
6. And British flame proof standard on furniture BS-5852.
7. The leather can be anti-mildew, anti-cold, anti-yellowing.
8. Hydraulic-resistance, anti-biosis, anti-static, and anti-UV.
9. The leather is free AZO.
10. Comply with European regulation REACH73.
11. Comply with new American standard CA65.