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Tanning Industry

During this process the skin is treated with Na2S and calcium hydroxide in order to de-hair the skin, eliminate the epidermis and partially saponify the natural fats in the hide.





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De-hairing hides Compared to other de-hairing chemicals Solvay Sodium Sulphide reacts very strongly and rapidly. In addition Solvay Sodium Sulphide is an effective de-hairing agent with a low iron content, thus avoiding unwanted brown spots in the skin after liming.  

 
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