PU leather is an artificial leather material made with split leather (that's the fibrous part of the hide left over from making genuine leather) which has been coated with polyurethane (hence the name “PU”). It can be argued that PU leather has greater durability due to its polyurethane finish, but it usually lacks the qualities and subtleties of a true full-grain or nubuck leather.
Consult directly with the manufacturer to find out specific detail regarding the materials utilized in their products. Do not relay solely on our descriptions below.
In Brief
The exotic skins registry: suppliers of alligator, iguana and snake skins for the fashion industry, and the synthetic alternative that imitates them.
From the Registry — The Directory
Snake Skin PU Synthetic: Listings
1Specialized manufacturers of customized snake skin PU leather in China. All snake skin PU leather products in stock are competitive in low price and top quality. Their company has been specialized in manufacturing and supplying abundant synthetic leather for over 12 years, and established 6 branches in different cities (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Humen) in China. They are committed to manufacture the best cost performance synthetic leather. Their main products include PU leather, PVC leather, Semi-PU leather, with many different styles, such as imitation animal skin pattern, patent leather, nappa grain leather, foiled finished pattern, grain embossed leather, crumpled, glitter pattern and so on.
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Common Questions
Questions & Answers
Are there alternatives to real exotic skins?
Yes — embossed leathers and synthetics such as the snake skin PU described on the Snake Skin PU Synthetic page reproduce the look of exotic skins without using them, and are widely used for garments, bags and footwear.
Is trade in exotic skins regulated?
Yes. Trade in many exotic skins is regulated internationally under CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species), and suppliers and buyers work with permits and documentation for the skins they trade. Confirm the paperwork for any skin before buying.