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Connect with the world leaders in responsible leather production and become a member of LWG now. Our members include brands, manufacturers, suppliers, and more.

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Certified manufacturers and traders are granted access to Leather Working Group events and webinars, resources, industry news, reporting, and cross-industry networking.

A separate organisation, LWG Assurance Services (LWG AS), independently manages certification to LWG Standards.

LWG AS is a not-for-profit entity created to uphold the integrity of the LWG Standards through impartial and robust certification – click here to learn more.

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LWG-certified facilities are leaders in responsible leather production

LWG offers certification through one of four audit standards, developed in collaboration with the leather industry. Leather manufacturers, subcontractors and commissioning manufacturers are certified based on the impact of their production. Traders with their own warehouses can be certified based on their ability to provide line of sight within the leather supply chain.

Our community represents the largest single leather-focused group in the world, joined together through the shared goal of reducing the environmental impact of leather production on people and the planet.

Who can get certified?

Leather manufacturers
Leather traders (with a warehouse)
Subcontractors
Commissioning manufacturers

What are the benefits of LWG certification?

Have an influence

Make your voice heard and help to shape the future direction of our organization and our auditing standards.

Strengthen your reputation

Achieving LWG certification demonstrates your business's commitment to sustainable and transparent leather production. With an LWG certificate, you can enhance your reputation in the market and grow your business.

Access information & expertise

Certified suppliers have access to LWG's dedicated team for input and support on a range of issues related to the LWG Audit Standards and techical projects.

Join events & webinars

Learn more about the LWG Audit Standards at our exclusive conferences, webinars, and virtual training sessions.

Connect with our community

Grow your customer base, share ideas, and and discuss best practises with over 1,600 businesses in a pre-competitive environment.

How to become LWG certified

If your business wants to achieve LWG certification, follow the steps below to get started.

To understand what is required and to help prepare for the audit, you can take the free Tannery of the Future survey, which mirrors the Leather Manufacturer Standard. After that, you may need time to implement the feedback from the survey throughout your business. And finally, once your business is prepared, you can arrange an audit.

Ready to begin your audit journey? Get in touch with LWG Assurance Services