Five Brazilian tanneries have returned home with strong results after showcasing their leather collections at ANPIC, Mexico’s top trade fair for footwear and accessories materials, held from October 22 to 24 in León.
Supported by the Brazilian Leather project a partnership between the Centre for the Brazilian Tanning Industry (CICB) and ApexBrasil the participating companies project around US$ 6.6 million in business, combining deals closed during the event and those expected over the next 12 months.
The Brazilian group included Couros Bom Retiro, Couro e Arte, Curtume Partner, OCM Best Brasil and Pacific Leather and their diverse range of leathers attracted attention from buyers across different sectors.
Mexico has become a key buyer of Brazilian leather. Imports from Brazil grew by 26.3% in value over the past year, signaling a rising demand for Brazilian leather.
“The results confirm that Mexico is a strategic market for Brazilian leather. The buyers’ interest and the quality of the connections established demonstrate that our product is recognized for its sustainability, design and high added value.”
– Letícia Luft, Manager, Brazilian Leather
At the event, the Brazilian Leather booth also displayed the Preview do Couro collection, featuring leathers from several tanneries, drawing further attention from international buyers.
ANPIC hosted buyers from more than 20 countries, serving as a vital platform for the global leather supply chain.
The success of Brazilian tanneries at the event reflects the country’s growing international footprint and its focus on building stronger trade ties with Mexico a leading supplier to the United States.
