Custom Faux Leather bags Manufacturer
Szoneier Leather specializes in custom faux leather bags that deliver sleek aesthetics with a sustainable edge. Designed for brands seeking cruelty-free and cost-efficient alternatives, our faux leather styles are perfect for fashion-forward, eco-conscious collections.
From minimalist totes and trendy backpacks to functional crossbody bags and stylish makeup cases, every design can be shaped to fit your audience. We offer a wide range of textures, colors, finishes (matte, glossy, embossed), and lightweight structures to reflect your brand’s creative direction.
Logos, slogans, or custom prints can be applied via UV printing, heat transfer, or stitched patches. Whether for retail, influencer kits, or giveaways, faux leather offers versatility without sacrificing style.
Bring us your ideas—any style, any vibe, any message.
Just try us. Szoneier makes it real—with fashion, function, and conscience.
Private Label Faux Leather bags styles for your customization
Szoneier Leather offers modern, customizable faux leather bag styles ideal for brands seeking a stylish and cruelty-free alternative. Faux leather is lightweight, versatile, and available in a wide range of colors, textures, and finishes—perfect for trend-driven collections.
Choose from structured totes, compact crossbodies, sleek backpacks, or fashion-forward mini bags. Customize every detail—surface texture, stitching, linings, and hardware. Branding options include printing, embossing, or metal tags.
With in-house design and production, Szoneier helps you create faux leather bags that are bold, functional, and made to reflect your brand’s identity.
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Turn Your Leather Goods Vision Into Reality
Our team is here to help guide you through every step of the way. We help you imagine, design, and develop, your final product. We evaluate all details, ranging from materials, hardware, to embellishments, and more.
- OEM & ODM Available
Whether you are looking to launch your own faux leather bags brand or wish to add to existing product line, our skilled craftsmen and scalable contract manufacturing facilities are ready to bring your vision to life.
- Free Design & Samples
Everyone deserves access to exceptional design, no matter their budget. That’s why we’re here,to provide quality design solutions that cater to your needs without compromising affordability.
- Start with No MOQ
For your first order, we support a MOQ of just 1 unit.Whether you’re testing the market, launching a new product line, or just exploring customization options, No MOQ ensures a hassle-free and cost-effective way to get started.
- Certified Quality
Compliant with OEKO-TEX®, GOTS,BSCI,SGS,ISO,Leather Working Group and other international standards, ensuring eco-friendly materials and ethical production processes.
Fabric types Used To manufacture faux leather bags
At Szoneier Leather, we offer full material sourcing expertise to support custom faux leather bag manufacturing. Our advanced supply chain enables us to provide diverse material options, including PU leather, microfiber leather, recycled faux leather, PVC leather, and eco-friendly vegan leather. Each fabric undergoes strict quality inspections for tensile strength, grain consistency, color stability, and compliance with REACH, RoHS, and Prop 65 standards. We maintain long-term partnerships with certified raw material suppliers, ensuring stable pricing, consistent availability, and flexible minimum order quantities for global clients. With over 80 grain textures, custom Pantone color matching, and thickness control (0.8mm–2.0mm), we deliver precise raw material solutions tailored for luxury handbags, travel bags, fashion totes, and promotional bags. Our full in-house material integration ensures faster lead times, superior customization, and competitive production cost advantages for private label brands.
Microfiber Leather
Microfiber leather uses a 3D nonwoven microfiber base coated with high-density PU resin, simulating the closest feel to genuine leather.
Advantages: Superior durability, excellent tensile strength, soft hand-feel, scratch-resistant.
Applications: Luxury handbags, high-end backpacks, premium laptop bags.
Eco-Friendliness: More sustainable than PVC; long lifespan reduces waste.
Cost Range: $4.00 – $7.00 per square meter.
Lifespan: 5–10 years with proper care.
PU leather
PU leather is the most common material for faux leather bags, offering an ideal balance between cost and appearance.
Advantages: Flexible, lightweight, excellent embossing capability, wide color options.
Applications: Fashion totes, travel bags, cosmetic pouches, promotional items.
Eco-Friendliness: Water-based PU options available to reduce VOC emissions.
Cost Range: $2.00 – $4.00 per square meter.
Lifespan: 3–5 years.
Recycled Faux Leather
Recycled faux leather is made from post-industrial PU/PVC scraps or plastic bottles combined with synthetic resins.
Advantages: Supports sustainable branding, reduces virgin plastic consumption.
Applications: Eco-conscious fashion bags, corporate gifting lines.
Eco-Friendliness: High, supports circular economy goals.
Cost Range: $3.50 – $6.00 per square meter.
Lifespan: 4–6 years depending on usage.
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Leather
PVC leather is a low-cost synthetic leather alternative, often used for budget-friendly and heavy-duty bags.
Advantages: Highly water-resistant, strong chemical resistance, easy to clean.
Applications: Promotional bags, shopping bags, utility travel cases.
Eco-Friendliness: Lower (due to plasticizer usage and disposal challenges).
Cost Range: $1.20 – $2.50 per square meter.
Lifespan: 2–4 years.
Vegan leather
Vegan leather refers to any non-animal leather, typically based on advanced water-based PU or bio-based materials (cactus leather, pineapple fiber).
Advantages: Fully animal-free, appeals to ethical and sustainable markets.
Applications: Vegan luxury bags, lifestyle brands, eco-friendly collections.
Eco-Friendliness: Highest, especially for water-based and bio-based options.
Cost Range: $4.50 – $8.00 per square meter.
Lifespan: 4–8 years depending on material type.
Different Leather Textures for Customizing faux leather bags
At Szoneier Leather, we offer a wide range of faux leather textures to meet various design and branding needs for custom bag manufacturing. Our advanced embossing and surface finishing technologies allow brands to create highly distinctive looks while ensuring durability and consistency across production batches. Key texture options include:
Smooth Finish: Clean, elegant surface for minimalist designs, ideal for luxury handbags and business totes.
Pebbled Grain: Popular for fashion bags, offering a soft, bumpy texture that mimics natural leather grain.
Saffiano Texture: Cross-hatched pattern, scratch-resistant and widely used in high-end handbags and wallets.
Crocodile & Snake Embossing: Exotic patterns replicating real animal skins, suitable for premium fashion collections.
Carbon Fiber Texture: Modern, sleek appearance perfect for men’s bags, laptop sleeves, and tech accessories.
Matte & Glossy Finishes: Customizable shine levels for casual or upscale aesthetics.
Brushed & Vintage Effects: Simulates aged or distressed leather looks for retro-style collections.
Metallic & Glitter Coatings: Special coatings for unique fashion or promotional designs.
Free Pantone Color Choice For faux leather bags
At Szoneier Leather, we provide comprehensive free Pantone color matching services to support fully customized faux leather bag production for global private label and wholesale clients. Our in-house color lab ensures precise color consistency across every production batch, matching your brand’s exact specifications.
Key Advantages of Our Pantone Color Customization:
Full Pantone Library Access: Match any Pantone code, including special corporate colors, seasonal trends, or fashion palettes.
Applicable to Multiple Faux Leather Types: PU leather, microfiber leather, recycled faux leather, and water-based vegan leather all support precise color matching.
Color Tolerance Control: Maintain ±3% color deviation to ensure perfect batch-to-batch consistency.
Custom Color Prototyping: Pre-production color swatches provided for your approval before bulk production starts.
UV & Colorfastness Testing: Every dyed material passes stringent fade-resistance and sunlight exposure tests, ensuring long-term color stability.
Flexible MOQ for Color Development: Start as low as 300–500 yards for new custom colors to support smaller brands or limited collections.
Multi-Finish Options: Available across matte, glossy, metallic, brushed, vintage, and exotic textures.
With full color control across material sourcing, dyeing, and surface finishing, Szoneier Leather ensures your faux leather bags stand out in global markets while maintaining high manufacturing consistency and premium aesthetics.
Product Details Of faux leather bags Manufacturing
At Factory, our faux leather bag manufacturing combines advanced material sourcing, precision craftsmanship, and full-process quality control. We start by selecting premium faux leather options, including PU, microfiber, recycled faux leather, PVC, and vegan leather. Each fabric undergoes strict inspection for thickness, grain uniformity, and color consistency. Using CAD-assisted pattern development, materials are laser-cut for precision sizing. Our skilled technicians apply multi-needle stitching with high-tensile threads to ensure durability. Custom hardware, including metal zippers, buckles, and logo plates, is assembled with corrosion-resistant materials. Logo branding options such as embossing, screen printing, and metal stamping are applied per client specifications. Final inspection covers stitching accuracy, color stability, hardware function, and dimensional accuracy before packaging.
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YKK zipper and leather puller
UNIQUE METAL DESIGN
Super spack
Strong metal ring
Strong handle
SMART HIDDEN BUTTON
Reliable Metal Zipper
metal zipper
Metal hook
Metal bottons
MAGNETIC SNAPS
Leather handles
High quality nylon zipper
High quality fitting
Headphone jack design
flat and smooth seams
Exquisite workmanship
DURABLE STRAP DESIGN
double zipper puller design
Brass buckle
Bottom
Ample bottom space
Adjustalbe button
Adjustable handle
Logo Styles Of Customized faux leather bags
At Szoneier Leather, we provide comprehensive logo customization solutions to elevate the branding of faux leather bags for global private label and OEM clients. Utilizing our advanced equipment and experienced technicians, we support a wide range of logo techniques including embossing, debossing, metal plate logos, gold stamping, rubber logos, woven labels, screen printing, stamped leather logos, and laser metal engraving. Our in-house design team ensures that each logo application perfectly aligns with the client’s brand identity while maintaining durability and production consistency. Whether for luxury fashion lines or mass-market collections, every logo process is carefully controlled for precision, clarity, and long-term wear resistance. By integrating logo production directly into our manufacturing workflow, we guarantee faster lead times, stable quality across large volumes, and full compliance with international quality standards—helping brands create highly customized faux leather bags that stand out in competitive markets.
embossed/Debossed
Embossing or debossing presses your brand directly into the faux leather surface, creating a subtle, elegant logo. This process works perfectly on PU or microfiber faux leather and enhances premium brand image without adding extra weight or materials.
Cost: $0.20–$0.50 per unit
Advantages: Durable, no color fading, luxury texture
Best for: Minimalist designs, premium bags, wallets
Metal Plate Logo
A custom metal plate is affixed to the bag surface, usually using rivets or stitching. We offer stainless steel, brass, or zinc alloy plates with laser engraving or die casting.
Cost: $0.80–$1.50 per unit
Advantages: Strong brand visibility, luxury appeal
Best for: Fashion handbags, travel bags, premium accessories
Gold Stamping
Gold foil is heat-transferred onto the faux leather, producing shiny metallic logos. Suitable for PU, microfiber, and even recycled faux leather surfaces.
Cost: $0.30–$0.70 per unit
Advantages: Eye-catching, elegant, upscale branding
Best for: Luxury bags, fashion collections
Rubber stamp logo
This method applies rubberized emblems onto the surface. It creates a slightly raised, soft-touch logo that works well for sporty, casual, or outdoor bags.
Cost: $0.50–$1.20 per unit
Advantages: Durable, flexible, modern feel
Best for: Backpacks, sports bags, casual collections
Silk printing
Ink is directly printed onto the faux leather surface. Suitable for simple graphics, logos, or text in single or multi-colors.
Cost: $0.20–$0.60 per unit
Advantages: Cost-effective for large runs, vibrant colors
Best for: Promotional bags, large wholesale orders
Stamped Leather Logo
Using high-pressure molds, this method presses your logo into the material with or without color fill. Similar to embossing but often deeper.
Cost: $0.25–$0.55 per unit
Advantages: Sharp definition, no peeling or fading
Best for: Everyday handbags, backpacks, business bags
Woven label
Woven fabric labels are stitched into seams or lining, showcasing your brand while offering a softer branding approach.
Cost: $0.15–$0.40 per unit
Advantages: Economical, color-flexible, washable
Best for: Inner labels, casual bags, private label brands
Metal stamp laser logo
A hybrid of metal plate and laser engraving, this technique creates extremely precise, permanent brand logos on metal parts like zipper pulls, tags, or plates.
Cost: $1.00–$2.00 per unit
Advantages: High-precision branding, very durable, premium finish
Best for: Luxury handbags, high-end travel bags
Product Design service
From material selection, pattern development, 3D prototyping to functional design optimization, we turn client concepts into production-ready models. Our experienced design team ensures each faux leather bag meets aesthetic, functional, and brand requirements while streamlining manufacturing for consistent quality and efficient mass production.
Make A Sample First？
If you have your own tech packs, logo design artwork, or just an idea,please provide details about your project requirements, including preferred fabric, color, and customization options,we’re excited to assist you in bringing your faux leather bags designs to life through our sample production process.
Quality Inspection Of faux leather bags
At Szoneier Leather, every faux leather bag undergoes strict quality inspection, covering raw material verification, color consistency, stitching accuracy, hardware durability, and dimensional precision. Our multi-stage QC process ensures each bag meets international standards, including REACH and Prop 65 compliance, guaranteeing long-term performance, visual perfection, and customer satisfaction for global OEM/ODM partners.
Video Of Product And Production
Szoneier ‘s videos showcase the full manufacturing process of faux leather bags, from raw material selection, precision cutting, stitching, logo application to final quality inspection. These videos provide OEM/ODM clients with transparent insights into our craftsmanship, strict QC system, and advanced factory capabilities, ensuring confidence in every customized order.
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We believe quality is always the key to success, which includes a responsible approach to manufacturing, and controlling whole process.
Factory Direct Wholesale faux leather bags Styles
At Szoneier Leather, we offer a wide range of ready to ship faux leather bag styles, including totes, backpacks, cosmetic bags, travel bags, and promotional bags. With extensive in-stock inventory and stable material supply chains, we ensure fast order processing and short lead times. Our factory-direct wholesale model allows brands and distributors to access rich style collections with flexible MOQs and rapid delivery, reducing inventory risks. All stock items undergo strict quality control, supporting consistent global export standards. Whether for seasonal orders or urgent replenishment, our ready-to-ship faux leather bags help clients meet market demands quickly and efficiently.
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Faux leather is a synthetic alternative to genuine leather, typically made from polyurethane (PU), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or microfiber materials. It replicates the look and feel of real leather but offers advantages like lower cost, wider color flexibility, and animal-free production. For bag manufacturing, faux leather provides good surface uniformity, easy maintenance, and consistent quality across batches. While it’s not as durable as full-grain leather (which can last 10–20 years), high-quality PU or microfiber faux leather can still last 3–5 years with regular use, making it ideal for fashion collections, promotional items, or mid-range wholesale markets.
PU Leather (Polyurethane): Soft, flexible, highly customizable, widely used for fashion bags.
PVC Leather (Polyvinyl Chloride): Thicker, more rigid, lower cost, suitable for structured bags but less eco-friendly.
Microfiber Leather: Advanced faux leather with superior durability, closer to real leather feel; used in higher-end bags.
Eco PU (Water-based PU): Low VOC emissions, increasingly used for sustainable bag collections.
At Szoneier Leather, over 70% of our faux leather bags are made from PU and microfiber, meeting both fashion and durability needs.
PU Leather Bags: 3–5 years under normal daily use.
Microfiber Leather Bags: 5–7 years with better wear resistance and scratch protection.
PVC Bags: 2–4 years, more prone to cracking in extreme temperatures.
Durability also depends on usage frequency, weight load, and storage conditions. Faux leather bags are excellent for seasonal collections and fast-moving retail channels.
Yes. Szoneier Leather offers 100% full customization services, including:
Custom shapes: tote bags, backpacks, crossbody, cosmetic bags, duffel bags, etc.
Functional details: compartments, zippers, handles, linings, straps.
Hardware options: metallic zippers, magnetic snaps, custom pullers.
Branding: multiple logo applications (see below).
Our OEM/ODM capability allows B2B buyers to create unique designs tailored to their target markets.
We support multiple branding options for faux leather surfaces:
Embossed / Debossed Logos – $0.20–$0.50 per logo
Screen Printing – $0.30–$0.60 per logo
UV Digital Printing – $0.60–$1.00 per logo
Metal Plate Logos – $0.80–$1.50 per logo
Embroidery (on fabric panels) – $0.40–$0.90 per logo
Heat Transfer Printing – $0.50–$1.20 per logo
Each method is selected based on bag style, branding goals, and budget.
Our standard MOQ for custom faux leather bags is:
PU Leather Bags: 100 pieces/style
Microfiber Leather Bags: 150 pieces/style
Special customized designs: 200 pieces/style (for multi-process or specialty finishes)
We also support small batch test orders for startups and new brands.
Szoneier Leather offers free Pantone color matching service with color tolerance controlled within ±3% under standard D65 lighting. This ensures consistent shades across multiple orders. We can match any Pantone TCX, TPX, or solid coated code during leather dyeing, and we provide pre-production swatches for client confirmation.
Yes. Our faux leather products meet multiple global compliance standards:
REACH (EU)
California Proposition 65 (USA)
RoHS (EU)
PHTHALATE-FREE & AZO-FREE dyes
ISO 9001: Quality Management Certified Factory
We also offer water-based PU and recycled faux leather options for sustainable collections.
Typical wholesale FOB prices:
PU Leather Bags: $4.50–$12.00/bag
Microfiber Leather Bags: $7.00–$18.00/bag
PVC Leather Bags: $3.50–$8.00/bag
Pricing varies depending on design complexity, logo method, hardware, and order quantity. Bulk discounts are available for higher-volume orders.
Standard lead times:
Sampling: 5–7 working days
Bulk Production: 20–30 working days after sample approval
Urgent Orders: 15–20 working days (for in-stock materials)
Shipping time depends on your location, with express, sea, or air freight options available.
Yes. We provide free pre-production samples for confirmed bulk orders. For sample development prior to PO, a small refundable sampling fee applies, typically $50–$150 depending on design complexity.
Our QC process includes:
Raw Material Inspection: Thickness, color, surface smoothness.
In-Process Inspection: Stitching, cutting precision, hardware installation.
Final Inspection: Size, logo position, zipper function, packaging.
AQL 2.5/4.0 standards to control defect rate under 0.5%.
All orders undergo 3-stage quality control before shipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to the FAQs on branded personalized faux leather bags in bulk, where we address your common questions and provide insights on styles, features,and related matters, ensuring you make informed choices for your business.
Personalized Faux Leather Bags — Full OEM/ODM Solution by Szoneier Leather
Looking for a reliable factory partner to produce custom faux leather bags for your brand?
At Szoneier Leather, we specialize in full-service OEM & ODM manufacturing of personalized faux leather bags with complete control over every stage — from material development to final delivery — helping global brands and wholesale buyers launch high-quality, cost-effective products quickly and efficiently.
Why Szoneier Leather Is Your Ideal Partner for Custom Faux Leather Bags
1️⃣ Comprehensive Product Range
We manufacture a wide variety of faux leather bag styles, including:
- Tote bags
- Backpacks
- Travel bags & duffle bags
- Cosmetic bags & makeup cases
- Laptop sleeves
- Crossbody & messenger bags
- Shopping & promotional bags
Every product style is fully customizable based on your target market needs.
2️⃣ Advanced Raw Material Control
With in-house material R&D and strong supply chain integration, we offer:
- PU Faux Leather (matte, glossy, grain textured, embossed)
- Microfiber Leather (superior durability, luxury texture)
- Eco-friendly water-based PU options
- Custom grain patterns (saffiano, pebble, crocodile, carbon fiber)
All materials are tested for abrasion resistance, tear strength, and international safety compliance (REACH, RoHS, California Prop 65).
3️⃣ Full Customization Capabilities
We support 100% customization across:
- Sizes, shapes, and compartments
- Pantone color matching (free color matching with ±3% accuracy)
- Stitching details & thread colors
- Hardware options (zippers, metal logos, buckles, clasps)
- Interior linings & padding
- Edge painting and reinforced handles
Your designs are fully realized with brand-level precision.
4️⃣ Logo Branding Options
We offer multiple logo applications for high-end private label customization:
- Embossing / Debossing
- Metal logo plates & zipper pulls
- UV digital printing
- Screen printing
- Heat transfer & patch embroidery
- Laser engraving (for metal parts)
5️⃣ Fast Sampling & Scalable Production
- Sample development: 5–7 working days
- Bulk production: 20–30 working days
- Low MOQ starting from 100 pcs/style
- Stable capacity for large volume orders
We help you move from concept to market quickly and reliably.
6️⃣ Strict Quality Control
Each production stage follows our strict QC system:
- Raw material inspection
- Stitching precision checks
- Logo placement verification
- Hardware function tests
- Final packaging inspection
We maintain a defect rate below 0.5% using AQL 2.5 standards.
Szoneier Leather — Your Trusted Factory Partner for Faux Leather Bag Manufacturing
With 18+ years of experience in leather goods production, Szoneier Leather combines expert craftsmanship, advanced equipment, strong raw material control, and full-service OEM/ODM support — giving your brand the competitive advantage in quality, customization, and speed-to-market.
Contact us today to request your personalized faux leather bag sample and get your private label production started.
what is faux leather made of:A Complete Guide for Buyers & Manufacturers
Faux leather ,also called synthetic leather, artificial leather, or vegan leather, is a non-animal leather alternative widely used across bags, wallets, apparel, automotive interiors, footwear, and upholstery industries. It’s designed to mimic the appearance, texture, and functional properties of genuine leather but with lower cost, wider customization flexibility, and no animal-derived materials.
At Szoneier Leather, we handle full-scale production of faux leather bags and accessories for global clients, so we know exactly what goes into producing high-performance faux leather materials.
1️⃣ The Core Structure of Faux Leather: Two-Layer System
Every faux leather material consists of two major layers:
- The Coating Layer (Surface Layer): Provides the leather-like appearance, texture, color, and protective surface.
- The Base Layer (Backing Fabric): Supports structural stability, flexibility, and tear resistance.
The performance and price of faux leather depend heavily on which materials are used for both these layers.
2️⃣ What Materials Make Up the Coating Layer?
A. Polyurethane (PU) Resin
- Most commonly used.
- Offers excellent softness, flexibility, and breathability.
- Easily textured, embossed, or printed to create various grains and finishes.
- Environmentally friendlier than PVC.
- Lifespan: Typically 3–5 years.
B. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Cheaper to produce than PU.
- Rigid, waterproof, highly resistant to stains and chemicals.
- Less breathable, heavier.
- Contains plasticizers which may pose environmental issues.
- Lifespan: 2–4 years depending on usage.
C. Water-Based PU
- Advanced polyurethane made with water-based processing technology.
- Produces fewer VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
- Significantly more eco-friendly while retaining flexibility and durability.
- Complies with modern eco-regulations like REACH, RoHS, and Prop 65.
- Lifespan: 4–6 years.
D. Microfiber Coated PU
- High-performance synthetic leather.
- Made from microfiber nonwoven fabric coated with PU resin.
- Closely replicates full-grain natural leather feel and durability.
- Used for high-end luxury bags, automotive interiors, and professional products.
- Lifespan: 5–10 years.
3️⃣ What Materials Make Up the Backing Layer?
The base fabric provides strength, flexibility, and dimensional stability:
- Polyester Nonwoven Fabric: Common, economical, highly durable.
- Cotton Fabric: Offers better breathability, more eco-friendly.
- Nylon Fabric: Strong, abrasion-resistant, used for heavy-duty applications.
- Microfiber Base: Provides exceptional tensile strength, stability, and uniformity — typically used in luxury faux leather.
4️⃣ Chemical Treatments & Finishing Processes
Once base layers are assembled, several treatments are applied:
- Surface Texturing: Embossed patterns (grain, crocodile, saffiano, pebble, lizard, etc.)
- UV Coating: Adds gloss, color protection, and wear resistance.
- Anti-yellowing Agents: Prevents discoloration under sunlight.
- Anti-scratch Coatings: Improves surface durability.
- Color Pigmentation: Achieves vibrant, even colors, including full Pantone matching.
At Szoneier Leather, our production lines apply multi-stage surface treatments to achieve consistent grain patterns, rich color vibrancy, and long-term durability for B2B clients.
5️⃣ Why Do Brands Choose Faux Leather?
- Animal-Free & Vegan Friendly
- Highly Customizable Texture & Color
- Lower Material Cost Compared to Genuine Leather
- Lightweight & Easier to Process
- Good Water and Stain Resistance
- Wide Market Acceptance Across Fashion, Bags & Automotive
With modern production technology, high-quality faux leather can visually and functionally rival genuine leather — while offering greater design freedom and scalability.
6️⃣ Environmental Considerations of Faux Leather
Not all faux leather is automatically sustainable. The eco-friendliness depends on the raw materials and production methods:
| Material Type | Eco-Friendliness | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water-Based PU | High | Low VOC, REACH & RoHS compliant |
| Microfiber PU | Medium-High | Durable, long lifecycle offsets impact |
| PVC Leather | Low | Uses plasticizers; more difficult to recycle |
Szoneier Leather actively promotes water-based PU and microfiber leather to support our clients’ sustainable brand goals.
7️⃣ What Faux Leather Options Does Szoneier Leather Provide?
At Szoneier Leather, we develop and manufacture various faux leather solutions for B2B partners:
- PU Leather (Standard & Water-Based)
- Microfiber Synthetic Leather
- Embossed & Printed Faux Leather (over 80 texture molds)
- Vegan Faux Leather Options
- Recycled Faux Leather Options
- Pantone-Matched Colors
- Custom Coating Thickness (0.7mm to 2.0mm depending on product type)
We provide full faux leather solutions for bags, wallets, belts, packaging boxes, accessories, and more — all fully customizable under strict OEM/ODM processes.
8️⃣ The Modern Composition of Faux Leather:
- Surface Layer: PU / PVC / Water-Based PU / Microfiber PU
- Backing Layer: Polyester / Cotton / Nylon / Microfiber Nonwoven
- Finishing: Embossing, UV protection, anti-scratch, color matching, special coatings
With modern technology, faux leather is no longer “cheap plastic” but a highly engineered, versatile material perfect for private label and commercial bag production.
what is faux leather made of:A Complete Guide for Buyers & Manufacturers
Faux leather ,also called synthetic leather, artificial leather, or vegan leather, is a non-animal leather alternative widely used across bags, wallets, apparel, automotive interiors, footwear, and upholstery industries. It’s designed to mimic the appearance, texture, and functional properties of genuine leather but with lower cost, wider customization flexibility, and no animal-derived materials.
At Szoneier Leather, we handle full-scale production of faux leather bags and accessories for global clients, so we know exactly what goes into producing high-performance faux leather materials.
1️⃣ The Core Structure of Faux Leather: Two-Layer System
Every faux leather material consists of two major layers:
- The Coating Layer (Surface Layer): Provides the leather-like appearance, texture, color, and protective surface.
- The Base Layer (Backing Fabric): Supports structural stability, flexibility, and tear resistance.
The performance and price of faux leather depend heavily on which materials are used for both these layers.
2️⃣ What Materials Make Up the Coating Layer?
A. Polyurethane (PU) Resin
- Most commonly used.
- Offers excellent softness, flexibility, and breathability.
- Easily textured, embossed, or printed to create various grains and finishes.
- Environmentally friendlier than PVC.
- Lifespan: Typically 3–5 years.
B. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
- Cheaper to produce than PU.
- Rigid, waterproof, highly resistant to stains and chemicals.
- Less breathable, heavier.
- Contains plasticizers which may pose environmental issues.
- Lifespan: 2–4 years depending on usage.
C. Water-Based PU
- Advanced polyurethane made with water-based processing technology.
- Produces fewer VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
- Significantly more eco-friendly while retaining flexibility and durability.
- Complies with modern eco-regulations like REACH, RoHS, and Prop 65.
- Lifespan: 4–6 years.
D. Microfiber Coated PU
- High-performance synthetic leather.
- Made from microfiber nonwoven fabric coated with PU resin.
- Closely replicates full-grain natural leather feel and durability.
- Used for high-end luxury bags, automotive interiors, and professional products.
- Lifespan: 5–10 years.
3️⃣ What Materials Make Up the Backing Layer?
The base fabric provides strength, flexibility, and dimensional stability:
- Polyester Nonwoven Fabric: Common, economical, highly durable.
- Cotton Fabric: Offers better breathability, more eco-friendly.
- Nylon Fabric: Strong, abrasion-resistant, used for heavy-duty applications.
- Microfiber Base: Provides exceptional tensile strength, stability, and uniformity — typically used in luxury faux leather.
4️⃣ Chemical Treatments & Finishing Processes
Once base layers are assembled, several treatments are applied:
- Surface Texturing: Embossed patterns (grain, crocodile, saffiano, pebble, lizard, etc.)
- UV Coating: Adds gloss, color protection, and wear resistance.
- Anti-yellowing Agents: Prevents discoloration under sunlight.
- Anti-scratch Coatings: Improves surface durability.
- Color Pigmentation: Achieves vibrant, even colors, including full Pantone matching.
At Szoneier Leather, our production lines apply multi-stage surface treatments to achieve consistent grain patterns, rich color vibrancy, and long-term durability for B2B clients.
5️⃣ Why Do Brands Choose Faux Leather?
- Animal-Free & Vegan Friendly
- Highly Customizable Texture & Color
- Lower Material Cost Compared to Genuine Leather
- Lightweight & Easier to Process
- Good Water and Stain Resistance
- Wide Market Acceptance Across Fashion, Bags & Automotive
With modern production technology, high-quality faux leather can visually and functionally rival genuine leather — while offering greater design freedom and scalability.
6️⃣ Environmental Considerations of Faux Leather
Not all faux leather is automatically sustainable. The eco-friendliness depends on the raw materials and production methods:
| Material Type | Eco-Friendliness | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Water-Based PU | High | Low VOC, REACH & RoHS compliant |
| Microfiber PU | Medium-High | Durable, long lifecycle offsets impact |
| PVC Leather | Low | Uses plasticizers; more difficult to recycle |
Szoneier Leather actively promotes water-based PU and microfiber leather to support our clients’ sustainable brand goals.
7️⃣ What Faux Leather Options Does Szoneier Leather Provide?
At Szoneier Leather, we develop and manufacture various faux leather solutions for B2B partners:
- PU Leather (Standard & Water-Based)
- Microfiber Synthetic Leather
- Embossed & Printed Faux Leather (over 80 texture molds)
- Vegan Faux Leather Options
- Recycled Faux Leather Options
- Pantone-Matched Colors
- Custom Coating Thickness (0.7mm to 2.0mm depending on product type)
We provide full faux leather solutions for bags, wallets, belts, packaging boxes, accessories, and more — all fully customizable under strict OEM/ODM processes.
8️⃣ The Modern Composition of Faux Leather:
- Surface Layer: PU / PVC / Water-Based PU / Microfiber PU
- Backing Layer: Polyester / Cotton / Nylon / Microfiber Nonwoven
- Finishing: Embossing, UV protection, anti-scratch, color matching, special coatings
With modern technology, faux leather is no longer “cheap plastic” but a highly engineered, versatile material perfect for private label and commercial bag production.
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