April 30, 2015

Video: Making leather that is Earth—and fashion-friendly

Credit: The American Chemical Society

Alternatives to leather made from animal hides have been around for decades. Synthetic leather is in our car seats and our stylish jackets. But materials used to make faux-leather are also highly toxic.

In this week's Speaking of Chemistry, Lauren Wolf talks about a new, alternative way to make synthetic leather both eco-conscious and fashion-forward.

Check it out here:

Provided by American Chemical Society

Video: Making leather that is Earth—and fashion-friendly

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