Restricted substances in leather

TFL Eco Guidelines – Your guide through the maze of RSL lists

Restricted substances list

A multitude of regulations on chemical substances

• National regulations
• International agreements and regulations
• Ecolabels for consumer items
• ZDHC MRSL Lists
• RSL List form manufacturers and brands

Chemical substances of concern in leather manufacture

How to comply with the various RSL?

Information on Restricted Substances

Test Methods and specifications

• Choosing the right test methods
• Testing formaldehyde
• Testing heavy metals
• VOC emission testing
• Who develops test methods?
• How are detection limits set?
• What are natural environmental limits?

Restricted Substances relevant to Leather Manufacture

• Glossary
• Is leather a safe product?