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Rank #5 · Spain · Founded 1925

Curtidos Badia

Catalan nappa with a century of know-how.

A century-old Igualada tannery known for supple nappa used by Spanish and Italian leather goods houses.

Location
Igualada, Catalonia, Spain
Founded
1925
MOQ
From 75 m²
White-label / OEM
Yes

History

Founded in 1925 in the historic Catalan tanning town of Igualada, Badia remains a third-generation family business.

Craftsmanship

Chrome-free retannage on request, hand-finished aniline colours.

Sustainability

Member of the Igualada water-treatment consortium; ongoing transition to metal-free tannage.

Certifications
  • LWG Silver
  • REACH