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Increasing the level of traceability and visibility in supply chains is important for all businesses. Many retailers and manufacturers in the leather industry have a supply chain spanning the globe. For the leather industry, a major area of concern is having full visibility of incoming materials in your supply chain.

Manufacturers, brands, and retailers are expected to conduct a range of performance and compliance tests to ensure that products entering the market place are safe, fit for purpose, and meet global legislation. Eurofins | BLC are able to help you with any questions or advice regarding compliance with product international legislation.

Chromium is an element that can occur in three main forms. Elemental chromium is metallic chromium and used in the formation of stainless steel or chromium plating. Trivalent chromium (Cr III) is a safe form of the element and is essential for human nutrition. It is also the form used for tanning leather. Chromium VI is the hazardous form of the element.

Chemical testing is vital to ensure that products entering the marketplace are safe, fit for purpose and compliant with legislation. Legislation varies across the globe, which can prove to be a difficult and challenging task for global manufacture and supply chain management. As consumers are becoming more aware of product safety issues, businesses need to ensure they comply with regional and international chemical regulation.