Synthetic Alternatives to Animal Skins

Taiwan

China Plastics (leather)
No. 40, Sung Chu S. St., Pei Tun District, Taichung, Taiwan R.O.C.886 4 22472330
886 4 22472329 (fax)
cpkang@tcts.seed.net.tw
www.chinaplastics.com.tw

Produces the following artificial leathers: PU leather, PVC leather, flock, and imitation PVC for shoes, balls, bags, purses, briefcases, furniture, belts, etc.

Fashion World Limited (leather)
11F, No. 226-1, Yung Chi Road, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. P.O. Box 96-106, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
86-886-2-27666107
86-886-2-27666614 (fax)
avivi@ms8.hinet.net
http://members.tripodasia.com.tw/fashion_world/index.htm

Produces PVC vinyl leather (for upholstery and automotive and marine goods), PU synthetic leather (for shoes, handbags, and furniture), and nylon polyester with PVC backing (for luggage and bags), as well as buttons, lace, and zippers. The company provides products to more than 30 U.S. states, as well as to most countries in Eastern Europe and Asia. It has expertise in special treatments to protect against UV, cold, mildew, etc.

Hsin-Li Chemical Industrial Corp. (leather)
5th Fl., No. 266, Sung Chiang Rd., Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 2 25431520
86 886 2 25429931; 86 886 2 25431529 (fax)
21F B Bldg., No. 107, Chung Kang 3rd Sec. Taichung, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 4 3588991
86 886 4 3583998 (fax)
No. 58, Ding Shan Liau, Shin Sheng Lee, Hsueh Chia, Tainan, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 6 7835184
86 886 6 7839871 (fax)
http://www.hsinli.com.tw/english

Produces PVC soft leather, PU leather (dry and wet types), flock adhesive cloth, PVC sheet, PVC sponge leather, and calendar PVC leather, which are renowned both domestically and overseas.

Jenor Industries Co. Ltd. (leather)
No. 36-49, Lane Tan Chung Yan, Central Li, Yuan-Lin Town Chang Hua Hsien, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 4 8349629 to 33
86 886 4 8334450 (fax)
jenor@ms7.hinet.net
www.Jenor.com.tw

Manufactures PU synthetic leather used for footwear, handbags, etc. The company states that PU leather possesses the same attributes of texture, softness, and air permeability of animal leather. Its Web site states that PU leather is a fresh alternative to animal skin since the animal-skin tanning industry is harmful to the environment.

Ocean Plastics Co., Ltd. (leather)
5, 6F, 310 Chu-Kwang Road, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 2 23081188; 86 886 2 23062131
86 886 2 23062320 (fax)
www.opc.com.tw/english.htm

Produces a variety of artificial leathers for garments, footwear, volleyballs, emblems, patches, etc. Its soft, “wet” PU fabrics come in various colors and look similar to full-grain cowhide and sheepskin.

Sanfang Chemical Industries Co., Ltd. (leather)
No. 402, Fengjen Road, Jenwu Shiang, Kaohsiung, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 7 3712111
86 886 7 3711940 (fax)
service@sanfang.com.tw
www.sanfang.com.tw

One of the top synthetic leather manufacturers in the world, the company’s clients include Nike, Adidas, and Reebok. The variety of synthetic leathers can be used for shoes, handbags, furniture, accessories, sports equipment, garments, etc.

Sheng Hung Industrial Co., Ltd. (leather)
G/FL, No. 116, Hou Kang St., Shin-Lin District, Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
86 886 2 28827822 to 8
86 886 2 28827829 (fax)
shi@shi.com.tw
www.shi.com.tw

Makes a variety of synthetic leathers.

Tai-Tec Plastic Industrial Co. Ltd. (leather)
No. 285, Ya Tan Road, Da Ya Shiang, Tai-Chung Hsien, Taiwan 428 R.O.C.
86 886 4 25671400
86 886 4 25673727 (fax)
t5671400@ms39.hinet.net
www.tc-pvc.com

Makes synthetic leather suitable for shoes, toys, sporting goods, furniture, and bags.

Udifa Enterprise Co. Ltd. (leather)
No. 15, Industrial 5 Road, Industrial Park, Taichung, Taiwan R.O.C.
886 4 23590101
886 4 23500551 (fax)
udifacom@ms15.hinet.net
www.udifa.com.tw

Specializes in the making of all kinds of PU and PVC fabrics, including lamy suede, cloth velvet, nubuck, linen, cork, special embossed, printing, metallic, and antique. The company incorporates advanced techniques in developing various two-tone PU leather, sandal pieces, PVC straps, and knitting mesh, all of which are suitable for footwear, handbags, and belts. The company pays attention to the latest trends in fashion and has been successful in Europe and the United States. Advanced R&D and high-tech production facilities enable the company to produce products of the latest designs and materials at attractive prices and guaranteed quality. The company says, “When it comes to synthetic shoe leather, we give you what you want.” Note: The company has an office in China.