Is the Leather Ethically Sourced?

Yes — all Compendium Co leather is ethically and responsibly sourced.
This is a core part of our brand values. We don’t cut corners, and we don’t use cheap synthetic “PU leather” pretending to be premium. Our compendiums are built from full-grain leather, sourced through suppliers who meet strict environmental, welfare, and labour standards.

Below is a clear breakdown of what ethical sourcing means for us and why it matters.

- What “Ethically Sourced Leather” Means at Compendium Co

1. Verified, Responsible Suppliers

We work only with tanneries and suppliers who maintain:

• Fair labour practices

• Safe working environments

• Proper waste management

• No exploitation or forced labour

• Compliance with international environmental standards

We do not work with suppliers who use shortcuts, undocumented labour, or environmentally harmful tanning processes.

2. Leather from By-Products — Not Animals Raised for Leather

Our leather comes from by-product hides, meaning the animals were not raised for their leather alone.

This dramatically reduces environmental impact and supports a more sustainable supply chain.

3. Vegetable-Tanned or Low-Impact Tanning Methods

Our suppliers use tanning methods designed to:

• Reduce chemical waste

• Minimise water consumption

• Avoid toxic runoff

• Create long-lasting leather without harming ecosystems

This is why our leather lasts years and develops a natural patina — the way genuine full-grain leather should.

4. No PVC, PU, or “Bonded Leather”

We never use:

• PU (polyurethane “leather”)

• PVC

• Reconstituted or bonded leather

These materials crack, peel, and end up in landfill.
Your compendium is made from real, durable, responsible full-grain leather that ages beautifully and stays out of the bin.

- Why Ethical Leather Matters

A leather compendium isn’t just a work accessory.
It’s something you carry daily — in meetings, cafés, at home, or on the move.

Ethical sourcing ensures that what you're carrying:

• Respects the environment

• Respects the workers who produced it

• Supports responsible industry practices

• Represents the kind of professionalism you care about

For many of our customers, this is just as important as design and functionality.

- How You Can Verify Leather Ethically

If you’d like certainty, here’s how to confirm ethical leather:

1. Ask the brand where their leather comes from
   We’ll tell you openly — no vague answers.

2. Check for full-grain leather
   It is almost always ethically produced compared to synthetics.

3. Avoid PU or “genuine leather” labels
   These are lower grade, chemically processed, and often unregulated.

4. Look for supply chain transparency
   We provide this clearly and honestly.

- Built to Last, Built Responsibly

Your compendium isn’t just an accessory — it’s something you’ll use for years.
Ethical leather ensures durability, longevity, and a natural feel that synthetic materials simply can’t match.

Every compendium you buy supports responsible production, fair labour, and sustainable craftsmanship.