Genuine Nature.

LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative
made from lignin,
a by-product of the paper industry.

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100.000.000 TONS OF WASTE

Each year, paper manufacturing produces
100 million tons of lignin waste globally.

LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.

LIGNIFY is made by recycling this waste.

Features of LIGNIFY

UV ABSORBATION

ANTI-BACTERIAL

NATURAL FIRE
RETARDANT

WATER-SOLVENT
RESISTANT

CELLULOSE FREE

DURABLE AND
FLEXIBLE

LESS CHEMICAL PROCESSING

LOW RESOURCE RELIANCE

ECO-END

NON-TOXIC

COLOR AND TEXTURE RANGE

FEASIBLE PRICE

Our Qualities

OAK

Footwear + Accessory
+ Upholstery

Footwear + Accessory + Upholstery

MAPLE

Footwear + Accessory + Upholstery

Frequently Asked Questions

DOES LIGNIFY CONTAIN ANY SOLVENTS?

No, to preserve the vegan quality of the final Lignify product, only water-based polyurethane (PU) is utilized in the production process. Thus, Lignify products do not contain any solvents, ensuring the vegan attribute of the end product.

WHAT IS LIGNIN?

Lignin is a natural polymer that makes up approximately 30% of plant cell walls. It is derived from plant cell walls and plays a significant role in the constitution of plant cells in nature.

WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCTS CAN BE MADE FROM LIGNIFY?

Lignify is perfect for diverse applications, from fashion accessories like belts and bags to upholstery in automotive and furniture sectors. It’s also suitable for footwear, labels, and tech accessories.

Our Team

NUKHET RUBIN

Co-Founder, Partner

GUVEN ZEREN

Co-Founder, Partner

PROF. DR.
PINAR AKKAS KAVAKLI

Development, Partner

DR. METIN YAZDANI

Development, Partner

Genuine Nature.

LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative
made from lignin,
a by-product of the paper industry.

Discover Now

100.000.000 TONS OF WASTE

Each year, paper manufacturing produces 100 million tons of lignin waste globally.

LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.

LIGNIFY is made by recycling this waste.

Features of LIGNIFY

UV ABSORBATION

ANTI-BACTERIAL

NATURAL FIRE RETARDANT

WATER-SOLVENT RESISTANT

CELLULOSE FREE

DURABLE AND FLEXIBLE

LESS CHEMICAL PROCESSING

LOW RESOURCE RELIANCE

ECO-END

NON-TOXIC

COLOR AND TEXTURE RANGE

FEASIBLE PRICE

Our Qualities

OAK

Footwear + Accessory + Upholstery

MAPLE

Footwear + Accessory + Upholstery

CEDAR

Footwear + Accessory + Upholstery

Frequently Asked Questions

DOES LIGNIFY CONTAIN ANY SOLVENTS?

WHAT IS LIGNIN?

Lignin is a natural polymer that makes up approximately 30% of plant cell walls. It is derived from plant cell walls and plays a significant role in the constitution of plant cells in nature.

WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCTS CAN BE MADE FROM LIGNIFY?

Our Team

NUKHET RUBIN

Co-Founder, Partner

GUVEN ZEREN

Co-Founder, Partner

PROF. DR. PINAR AKKAS KAVAKLI

Development, Partner

DR. METIN YAZDANI

Development, Partner

Certificates

News

LIGNIFY at LINEAPELLE INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR:

We are excited to announce our participation at the LINEAPELLE INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR, a prestigious event in the leather industry, showcasing innovations and excellence in leather, fashion, and design.

Join us from February 25-27, 2025, at Fiera Milano RHO to discover our latest offerings and explore the future of leather technology and design.

LIGNIFY at FUTURMODA:

The International Fair of Leather, Components, and Machinery for Footwear and Leathergoods

We are thrilled to announce our participation at FUTURMODA, the leading International Fair of Leather, Components, and Machinery for Footwear and Leathergoods, on October 18-19, 2023.

Genuine Nature.

LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative made from lignin, a by-product of the paper industry.

100.000.000

TONS OF WASTE

Each year, paper manufacturing produces 100 million tons of lignin waste globally. LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.

LIGNIFY is made by recycling this waste.​

Features of LIGNIFY

UV ABSORBATION

ANTI-BACTERIAL

NATURAL FIRE RETARDANT

WATER-SOLVENT RESISTANT

CELLULOSE FREE

DURABLE AND FLEXIBLE

LESS CHEMICAL PROCESSING

LOW RESOURCE RELIANCE

ECO-END

NON-TOXIC

COLOR AND TEXTURE RANGE

FEASIBLE PRICE

Our Qualities

Frequently Asked Questions

DOES LIGNIFY CONTAIN ANY SOLVENTS?

WHAT IS LIGNIN?

WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCTS CAN BE MADE FROM LIGNIFY?

Our Team

NUKHET RUBIN

Co-Founder, Partner

GUVEN ZEREN

Co-Founder, Partner

PROF. DR. PINAR AKKAS KAVAKLI

Development, Partner

DR. METIN YAZDANI

Development, Partner

Genuine Nature.

LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative made from lignin, a by-product of the paper industry.

100.000.000

TONS OF WASTE

Each year, paper manufacturing produces 100 million tons of lignin waste globally. LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.

LIGNIFY is made by recycling this waste.

Features of LIGNIFY

UV ABSORBATION

ANTI-BACTERIAL

NATURAL FIRE RETARDANT

WATER-SOLVENT RESISTANT

CELLULOSE FREE

DURABLE AND FLEXIBLE

LESS CHEMICAL PROCESSING

LOW RESOURCE RELIANCE

ECO-END

NON-TOXIC

COLOR AND TEXTURE RANGE

FEASIBLE PRICE

Our Qualities

Frequently Asked Questions

DOES LIGNIFY CONTAIN ANY SOLVENTS?

WHAT IS LIGNIN?

WHAT TYPE OF PRODUCTS CAN BE MADE FROM LIGNIFY?

Our Team

NUKHET RUBIN

Co-Founder, Partner

GUVEN ZEREN

Co-Founder, Partner

PROF. DR. PINAR AKKAS KAVAKLI

Development, Partner

DR. METIN YAZDANI

Development, Partner

Certificates

News

LIGNIFY at LINEAPELLE INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR:

We are excited to announce our participation at the LINEAPELLE INTERNATIONAL LEATHER FAIR, a prestigious event in the leather industry, showcasing innovations and excellence in leather, fashion, and design.

Join us from February 25-27, 2025, at Fiera Milano RHO to discover our latest offerings and explore the future of leather technology and design.

LIGNIFY at FUTURMODA:

The International Fair of Leather, Components, and Machinery for Footwear and Leathergoods

We are thrilled to announce our participation at FUTURMODA, the leading International Fair of Leather, Components, and Machinery for Footwear and Leathergoods, on October 18-19, 2023.

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LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative
made from lignin,
a by-product of the paper industry.

Each year, paper manufacturing produces
100 million tons of lignin waste globally.

LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.

LIGNIFY is made by recycling this waste.

NATURAL FIRE
RETARDANT

WATER-SOLVENT
RESISTANT

DURABLE AND
FLEXIBLE

PROF. DR.
PINAR AKKAS KAVAKLI

LIGNIFY is the plant-based leather alternative
made from lignin,
a by-product of the paper industry.

Each year, paper manufacturing produces 100 million tons of lignin waste globally.

LIGNIFY provides an eco-friendly option by turning this waste into an animal-free leather alternative.