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This makes the SLF the first leather-specific, standard setting and audit certification organisation to be published on the ITC Global Standards Map.

The Standards Map presents in-depth information on over 300 voluntary sustainability standards, applicable to sectors including agriculture, textile and garments, consumer products, forestry, mining and services, active in 192 countries and sorted across 1,650 criteria.