Stahl, an active proponent of responsible chemistry, has announced the launch of Stahl Ympact, a family of leather chemical solutions made from renewable feedstock. 

As a first step, seven product solutions of renewable carbon polyurethanes for base- and top-coats are being initially introduced. Later in 2021, a further two products will be introduced. 

All Stahl Ympact solutions deliver an equal or improved functional performance to conventional alternatives and require no retooling. 

These products originating from biomass feedstock and carbon-captured CO2 with a content of up to 70% will help tanneries to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on quality or performance. 

Around the world, tanneries are under increasing pressure from consumers and regulatory authorities to improve the environmental profile of their products and services. To address these issues, and to support its customers in seizing the commercial opportunities of defossilization, Stahl is launching Stahl Ympact. 

Stahl Ympact has been developed in close collaboration with a range of partners. Indeed, to ensure transparency and accountability toward all downstream partners, the products in this family have been tested and certified using the ASTM D 6866 carbon isotope method for bio-based carbon content. 

Stahl Ympact incorporates only future-ready chemical components and all products are compliant with the Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC)’s Restricted Substance List (MRSL 2.0) and contain less than 1% volatile organic compounds. 

Joachim Henkmann, Global Market Director Leather Chemicals at Stahl said, “The launch of Stahl Ympact underlines our commitment to responsible chemistry and to supporting the leather industry in reducing its environmental footprint. This renewable carbon product portfolio will enable our customers to – easily and effectively – embrace sustainability, seize new commercial opportunities, and enter new markets."