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The history of silicone leatherette

Time is a gift, it makes everything promising, in the 1990s, Silicone leatherette was only used in some specific industries, like Aviation, Prosthesis and Rehabilitation etc, now it comes in our daily lives

Weatheribility is one great property when airplanes choose the material

Weatheribility is one great property when airplanes choose the material

In 1990s, when PU/PVC leather used in everywhere, Silicone leather is used In aviation industry because of its strong weatheribility from -30℃ to +220℃.


LOW-temp flex resistance: ISO17694,-30℃ 200000+

Silicone leather has great biocompatibility

Silicone leather has great biocompatibility

Prosthesis and rehabilitation facilities are exposed to patients’ skins, biocompatibility is the key factor when choosing the material, silicone leather is a great option and widely used in these facilities at the beginning of 21 century.

Odorless, soft, and eco-friendly leatherette is becoming the preferred choice for automotive interiors

Odorless, soft, and eco-friendly leatherette is becoming the preferred choice for automotive interiors

In 2023, the most popular USA car brand replace silicone leatherette from traditional genuine leather or PU/PVC leather. It remarks the significant change happening in the Automotive Industry.


Light Colors can be available.

Mobile phone or laptop starting using leather backing

Mobile phone or laptop starting using leather backing

From 2010s, famous mobile brands continuously choose silicone leather as their backing because of the luxurious pattern, soft touching and very easy to clean.


Patterns can be customized.

Very easy to clean (wipe with water or little detergent)

Silicone Leather is becoming the material of choice in furniture applications--indoors and outdoor

Silicone leather

Silicone leather is perfect using in indoor & outdoor upholstery because of the properties like anti-UV, waterproof and anti-yellowing. The lifespan of silicone leather is more than 10 years.


Easy to clean, long-lasting property

Level Up Gaming Experience with Silicone Leatherette

The rise of gaming chairs exploded in the mid-2010s, fueled by esports, streaming culture, and the need for high-performance seating. Today, gamers demand more than just looks—they want durability, easy maintenance, and eco-friendly materials. That’s where silicone leather comes in.

Level Up Gaming Experience with Silicone Leatherette