Royal Smit & Zoon
Dedicated to creating sustainable leather together
Royal Smit & Zoon develops and produces sustainable chemical solutions for the leather industry and has, since the start in 1821, grown into a worldwide renowned player. Smit names in wet-end sustainable tanning solutions, Our ambition is to create a more sustainable leather value chain together.
A 7th generation family-owned business
Family values, beliefs and ambitions represent the driving forces behind a culture of sustainability. The drivers of a family business like Royal Smit & Zoon are a long-term commitment, a minimum of hierarchy and the speed of implementation. Royal Smit & Zoon is flexibly seizing the opportunities of the changes taking place worldwide, meanwhile creating strong and sustainable value for their stakeholders and for society.
Globally, Royal Smit & Zoon headquarters is in Weesp, the Netherlands
We understand the need for sustainability, durability and esthetics when it comes to premium leather articles. Our customers are active in all industries that involve leather, such as automotive, aviation, fashion and furniture. And, they have one thing in common: our customers all share the urgency for a more sustainable leather value chain.
The Smit Wet-End portfolio covers almost all Wet-End production stages. It manufactures and markets a full range of fat-liquors and re-tanning agents, from traditional to next-generation sustainable solutions for the leather processing industry. It is Smit’s desire to inspire and engage all stakeholders within the leather industry to overcome environmental and social challenges without compromising the end product: high-quality leather.
Advanced formulations for safer, high-quality, and sustainable leather treatment.
Bio-Based Leather Chemicals
Derived from renewable resources, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Maintain the quality and durability of leather while promoting sustainability.
Chromium-Free Tanning Agents
Eco-friendly alternatives for high-end leather applications. Provide excellent tanning results without the use of chromium salts.
Recycling and Upcycling Solutions
Technologies for reusing process water and repurposing leather offcuts. Promote circular economy practices in leather production.