Recife Chromefree Leather White Sable (Mens/Womens)
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Sustainability: Made with organic or sustainable materials Made with recycled materials Made in a responsible manner |
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Description: Upper : ChromeFree leatherPanels : ChromeFree leather and suedeLogo V : SuedeInsole : Amazonian rubber, sugar cane, recycled E.V.A.* and organic cottonOutsole : Amazonian rubber (31%), rice waste (22%) and recycled rubber (12%)Lining : Tech (100% recycled polyester)Straps : ChromeFree LeatherMade in BrazilThe bovine ChromeFree leather is smooth and light. Coming from farms located in the south of Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul), it undergoes an innovative tanning process where no chrome, heavy metals or dangerous acids are involved. By simplifying the tanning process, the use of chemicals and energy is limited, the use of water is reduced by about 40% and the use of salt by 80%. After tanning, the water is recyclable.The suede is made from the underside of bovine leather previously brushed to make it softer and more flexible. It comes from farms in the south of Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul). It is tanned in Brazil, respecting the REACH norms. Special attention is paid to water usage during the tanning process. The suede is also coated with water-repellent oils without PFCs (chemical compounds) to protect the sneakers from light rain.*ethylene vinyl acetate |
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Materials: cotton polyester leather suede |
About Veja
Since 2005, VEJA has been creating sneakers in a different way, mixing social projects, economic justice, and ecological materials. VEJA uses Brazilian and Peruvian organic cotton for the canvas and laces, Amazonian rubber for the soles, and various innovative materials made from recycled plastic bottles or recycled polyester. VEJA sneakers are produced in high-standard factories in Brazil and Portugal. The logistics of our VEJA stores in Europe and e-commerce are managed by Log’ins, a pr…