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Mimosa Elephant Brand Solid

An untreated, mimosa extract solid

Hessian bag of Mimosa Elephant Brand solid extract, marked Product of South Africa

Product Overview

Mimosa Elephant Solid is a natural soluble extract, free of any additives and chemicals. It is easily soluble in water and ideal for the manufacture of sole, strap, harness, case and other vegetable tanned leathers. It is particularly suitable for pit tannages but can also be crushed and used in drums.

Tans % Typical
62
Moisture % Max
18
pH Range
4.0–5.0
Lovibond Colour R/Y Max
2.5/5.0
Ash % Typical
1.2

Properties

  • Brown solid
  • High tannin content
  • Good filling
  • Rapid penetration
  • Cold water soluble
  • Low salt / acid / ash content

Product Information

Application

Mainly for pit tanning of heavy vegetable tanned leathers, e.g. sole and strap leather, but may also be crushed or dissolved and used in drum tannage.

Toxicological Information

For MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) please contact us at mimosasales@ucl.co.za.

Storage

Store product in cool, dry conditions and away from direct sunlight. Use product on a first-in-first-out basis.

Packaging

50 kg hessian bags.

Shoemaker stitching a vegetable tanned leather shoe in a workshop