Eori™ unveils state-of-the-art vegan leather manufacturing plant, one of Asia's largest.

1st April 2025

Eori™ Vegan Leather has announced the commencement of its commercial production, marking a defining moment in the journey toward truly sustainable, plastic-free leather alternatives. This isn’t just another addition to the growing market of synthetic leathers—it’s a breakthrough. With a commitment to ethical innovation, Eori™ now offers brands and manufacturers a material that delivers high performance without relying on plastic, PU, or PVC. It’s a first in the industry and one that changes the conversation around what vegan leather can and should be.

For years, the vegan leather market has been dominated by materials that, while free from animal products, have remained deeply entangled with fossil-fuel-derived plastics. Polyurethane and PVC, the most commonly used alternatives, have posed their own environmental threats, making the term "vegan leather" a compromise rather than a true solution and leading to accusations of “greenwashing.” Eori™ has broken away from this cycle. The company’s material is entirely bio-based, composed of eucalyptus fibers, natural resins, & recycled cotton, developed without the crutch of plastic yet engineered to deliver the durability, texture, and feel that brands and consumers expect from a high-quality leather alternative.

Beyond its material composition, what sets Eori™ apart is its control over the entire production ecosystem. From the backing and topcoat to color formulations and raw material sourcing, every aspect of the process is managed in-house or within a closely integrated supply chain.

This level of oversight allows for superior quality control, greater flexibility for customization, and—perhaps most crucially—pricing that makes sustainability accessible. By eliminating external dependencies and optimizing every stage of production, Eori™ ensures that high performance and ethical sourcing are no longer trade-offs. They are the standard.

Customization is another frontier that Eori™ has redefined.  With over 750 unique combinations of grains, textures, colors, and finishes, Eori™ has effectively addressed this limitation. Whether a brand seeks the refined elegance of smooth leather, the rustic charm of a textured grain, or the luxury of foil-treated finishes, Eori™ offers a level of design flexibility that has been missing from the sustainable materials space.

Earlier this year, Eori™ took its material to the Delhi International Leather Expo (DILEX), one of the leather industry’s most recognized platforms, and the response was overwhelming. Fashion brands, automotive manufacturers, and interior designers alike expressed a growing urgency to move beyond conventional leather and synthetic alternatives.

Eori™’s plastic-free material resonated deeply with this shift, proving that the demand for genuinely sustainable options isn’t just a trend—it’s the future. The industry is ready, and Eori™ is prepared to meet the challenge.

The first phase of their manufacturing facility is now operational with a daily output of 1000 square meters. Once fully operational later this year, it will produce one million square meters of material annually.

But Eori™’s vision extends far beyond product innovation. For decades, India has carried the environmental and social burden of the leather industry. The pollution, the hazardous working conditions, the ethical compromises—all of it has shaped an industry that, for many, has been synonymous with exploitation. 

By pioneering a new category of sustainable materials, the company is positioning India not as a contributor to the problem but as a leader in the solution. This transformation doesn’t just mean cleaner materials—it means cleaner industries, safer working conditions, and ethical employment opportunities.

A shift of this scale directly impacts women’s empowerment, as toxic-free manufacturing environments create more inclusive workplaces. It fosters economic growth by generating jobs in future-forward sectors. It places India at the forefront of clean-tech innovation, establishing it as a global hub for sustainable materials.

Eori™ is not just offering an alternative to leather; it is redefining what the future of materials should look like. With commercial production now underway, the company invites brands to be part of this shift, to embrace a material that is not just an ethical choice but a superior one. The future of leather is here—and it’s finally free from compromise.

Learn more at www.eorileather.com