The Confederation of National Associations of Tanners and Dressers of the European Community (COTANCE) is the representative body of the European Leather Industry. It is a non-profit organization established in order to promote the interests of the European tanning industry at international level. Apart from representing European tanners and dressers, it also has the mission of promoting European leather both in the European and international markets.
Leather is a material almost as old as mankind. A wearable natural second skin, it has provided protection, warmth and elegance to mankind for thousands of years. Is this material still up-to-date?
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COTANCE joins the global celebrations of the World Day for Decent Work
COTANCE joins the global celebrations of the World Day for Decent Work
On October 7th, COTANCE joins the global celebrations of the World Day for Decent Work.
For European Tanneries, a safe and healthy working environment is not just a principle but a fundamental human right. This commitment...
European Leather Industry Provides Scientific Evidence in Support of Excluding Leather from the Scope of the EUDR
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European Leather Industry Provides Scientific Evidence in Support of Excluding Leather from the Scope of the EUDR
Milan, September 18, 2024—In a decisive move, the European leather industry presented strong evidence at the 104th Lineapelle Fair in Milan, clearly stating that leather...
The Leather Traceability Cluster is nearing completion on the standard on essential requirements for leather traceability
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The Leather Traceability Cluster is nearing completion on the standard on essential requirements for leather traceability
What COTANCE called for back in 2022 when the EU adopted the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will soon be a reality! All the key organisations with...
Joint Letter to the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
The wider societal role of livestock farming must not be overlooked in the outcomes of the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of EU Agriculture.
Dear President Von der Leyen,
In a first instance we would like to congratulate on your second term as President of the European Commission.
In your...
