I.CE.C - Institute of Quality Certification for the Leather Sector

The reference for leather sector certifications

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I.CE.C - Istituto di Certificazione della Qualità per l'Area Pelle

ICEC is the only certification Institute in Europe and worldwide that is specific only for the leather sector. It was established in 1994 and it grants the best competence, due to its experience in the sector.

It is promoted by the Italian tanneries and it has among its members the Italian Associations of footwear, leather goods, leather accessories and components, fur manufacturers, chemicals producers, CNR, ENEA, AICQ, SSIP and the Italian Ministery of economic development.

Thanks to ICEC, the leather industry has become a leader in certification.

ICEC is accredited by ACCREDIA to issue certifications of quality management system (ISO 9001), environmental management system (ISO 14001), EMAS, occupational health and safety management system (OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001), leather and leather products (according to UNI standards or manufacturer’s specifications) and origin denomination of leather (EN 16484).

The leader Companies in the leather sector have chosen ICEC