What is BS 2780 – Glossary of leather terms about?
BS 2780 is an International Standard that focuses on the glossary of leather terms. BS 2780 defines terms that are of interest to tanners or to their customers or the general public.
BS 2780 covers scope, terms and definitions, parts of cattle and horsehide, to specify the leather terms.
Who is BS 2780 - Glossary of leather terms for?
BS 2780 on the glossary of leather terms is useful for:
- Leather supplier
- Leather manufacturing companies
- Testing laboratories for checking the leather quality
Why should you use BS 2780 - Glossary of leather terms?
Leather is a flexible and durable material used to make a variety of items like furniture, clothing, footwear, handbags, belts, tools, decorations, sports equipment etc.
BS 2780 discusses terms and definitions related to leather that depicts a user-friendly idea. BS 2780 includes a number of descriptions that pre-date the publication of the first edition of BS 2780, that are in common use and are well understood by the public, e.g. Chamois leather.
BS 2780 helps you to use articles made from leather in conjunction with other materials that are prescribed by the relevant legislation or British Standard.
