Hemp could represent a true revolution in the leather sector.
By introducing new natural materials such as hemp oil, it is possible to achieve a more sustainable tanning process with lower pollutant emissions and greater respect for the environment.

Canapimp is the bio-based product line featuring hemp seed oil, obtained by using waste that cannot be utilized for food production or human consumption.

Hemp offers important benefits against deforestation:
• Fast growth: It grows in 3-4 months compared to the years needed for trees
• High yield: It produces up to 4 times more fiber per acre compared to trees
• Alternative to paper and wood: Hemp can be used to produce paper and building materials, reducing the need to cut down forests
• Soil regeneration: It helps improve soil quality, reducing the impact of intensive farming
• Sustainable cultivation: It requires fewer pesticides and less water compared to other crops

In essence, hemp heals, helps, and protects our planet.

Hemp oil is a renewable natural resource, derived from the cultivation of hemp sativa. Compared to the chemicals traditionally used in tanning, it significantly reduces environmental impact by limiting water and soil pollution.

Using hemp drastically reduces the use of solvents and chemicals, lowering CO2 emissions. Hemp cultivation has a phytoremediation effect. The trimmings and shavings derived from the processing of hemp-tanned leather are rich in nitrogen, making them valuable and used for the production of fertilizers in agriculture.

Hemp sativa is a versatile plant that can be cultivated with minimal water usage and without the intensive use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers, making its production highly sustainable. Thanks to its fast growth cycle, hemp can be harvested several times a year, ensuring a constant and sustainable supply of raw material.
Hemp contributes to soil regeneration, improving its fertility thanks to its deep roots and ability to absorb toxins from the soil, promoting phytoremediation. The waste from the leather processing treated with hemp oil is not phytotoxic, meaning it does not pollute the soil or harm the environment.
Tanning waste can therefore be treated and reused more safely, promoting a more responsible waste management approach.

Canapimp products are used in the tanning and retanning of leather for the production of metal-free items. They do not contain chromium, aluminum, iron, titanium, or zirconium while maintaining the same characteristics as chrome-tanned leather and other metals.

Additionally, with tanning using Canapimp, the following benefits can be observed:
• Reduction of BOD5/COD content by up to 50% compared to chrome tanning
• Elimination of the Pickel process, meaning no additional salt is used beyond what is needed for preserving raw hides
• Elimination of sulfuric acid
• For each square meter of leather produced, 350g to 450g of chrome are eliminated from the tanning industry

Leather tanned with hemp oil extracts offers high quality, maintaining the softness and durability of chrome-tanned leather, with a significantly better ecological profile compared to traditional methods. Adopting hemp oil-based tanning agents is an important step toward a circular and low-carbon economy.

Our company has been undergoing a long transformation process for years, aimed at improving and optimizing resources in a sustainable way. The change starts with small actions, such as the individual behaviors of our team, and extends to significant investments in technology.