The Society was formed to encourage interest in all branches of the leather industry and it covers both the theoretical and practical interests of not only those involved in making leather but also the hide and skin trades, machinery, chemical and dye and finish manufacturers as well as allied industries such as effluent treatment. The interests of the Society cover chemistry of course but also physics, management, microscopy, bacteriology and engineering.

The UK Leather Federation (UKLF) is the trade association for the UK leather industry. We are a membership-based organisation with the remit to represent, promote and protect the UK leather industry. Our key objective is to actively represent the interests of the UK leather industry as a whole, through the auspices of a focused, authoritative and influential body.

We seek to assist our members by lobbying government and other relevant bodies on legislative and trade issues and promoting and protecting the leather brand. We also use our membership of the CBI and COTANCE, the European Tanners Association, and collaboration with other trade associations, such as the UKFT and BFA, to broaden and add strength to our own representations in the UK and Europe. Our priorities are industry-led through consulation with our members.

The Real Sheepskin Association is made up of Tanners, Merchants, Designers, Manufacturers, Retailers, Specialist After Carers and other Trade Institutions, all committed to providing quality sheepskin products and services.