From ocean biomass to next generation leather
Replacing animal and fossil-based leather with engineered seaweed material
Driving the world's transition to sustainability
Engineered for performance
Designed for impact
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Bridging material science and fashion innovation
Bridging material science and fashion innovation
KelTex bioleather is made from sustainably cultivated seaweed, an abundant, renewable resource from the ocean. Through a proprietary process, this natural biomass is transformed into a durable and flexible material designed for modern fashion and design.
Created with both performance and environmental responsibility in mind, KelTex bioleather offers a new approach to materials, reducing dependence on traditional leather and synthetic alternatives.
Why KelTex
Reduction in water usage compared to traditional leather
— Compared to bovine leather production cycles.
Reduction in Carbon emissions
— Validated through initial lifecycle assessment models.
Increase in seaweed farmers' income
— Enhancing livelihood stability in coastal regions.
Reduction in toxic waste
— Chrome-free, chemical-free processing.
Based composition with circular pathways
— Engineered for end-of-life biodegradability.
The Process
Regenerative Sourcing
We source and co-create with local seaweed farmers, leveraging AI to optimize growth and biomass performance, elevating material quality and coastal livelihoods.
Advanced Processing
Through controlled extraction and blending, we transform seaweed into a versatile biomaterial with enhanced strength and flexibility.
Final Materialization
We shape the biomaterial into premium bioleather, engineered for durability, refined aesthetics, and scalable applications.
KelTex in the News.
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Feel the difference between leather and the future.
KelTex exists across three material expressions — SOUPLE, RIGIDE, and FUSION — each defined by structure, response, and finish.