
Leather finishing resins for flexibility, adhesion and durability
Resins form the backbone of leather finishing systems, providing the performance characteristics that define the final look, feel, and durability of leather.

Auxiliaries play an essential role in optimizing leather finishing processes and enhancing the performance of finishing systems. While often used in smaller quantities, these products contribute significantly to process stability, application efficiency, and the quality of the final leather article.
Stahl's auxiliaries portfolio includes a wide range of solutions designed to support every stage of the leather finishing process. From improving flow and leveling characteristics to enhancing foam control, wetting, release properties, and processing consistency, our technologies help manufacturers achieve reliable and repeatable results. By fine-tuning performance and supporting efficient production, auxiliaries enable customers to maximize the effectiveness of their finishing formulations. Developed to complement Stahl's broader leather finishing portfolio, these solutions help create high-quality leather products while improving productivity, reducing waste, and supporting sustainable manufacturing goals.
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Defoamer
Waterborne Dullers
Fillers Inorganic
Foam Stabilizer
Hand Modifiers
Levelling aid
Oil & Waxes pull up & water resistance
Penetrator
Protein Binder
Rheology Modifier
Thinner
Velours Finish
Water Repellents
Wax emulsion
Special products
Product
Main features
Stahl’s range of auxiliaries includes defoamers, foam stabilizers, leveling aids, rheology modifiers (thickeners), and thinners. Defoamers successfully prevent foaming in sealer coats, base coats, and top coats, while our foam stabilizer Melio® Foam AX-03 adds high stability to foam finishes on top coats.
DF-13-444
Highly effective defoamer
DF-2409
Highly effective defoamer
DF-2440


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Resins performances

Resins form the backbone of leather finishing systems, providing the performance characteristics that define the final look, feel, and durability of leather.

Stahl's lacquer technologies are developed to meet the demanding requirements of modern leather applications, from luxury fashion and footwear to furniture and automotive interiors.

Stahl's top coat solutions are designed to deliver exceptional durability without compromising the natural character and feel of leather.
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Stahl, a global provider of speciality coatings for flexible materials, proudly announces that it has once again been awarded the Platinum rating by EcoVadis for its sustainability performance.

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