BS EN ISO 23910:2019

What is ISO 23910 - Stitch tear resistance in leather about?  

When stitching leather it is good to be able to have a couple of different methods to choose from. These seven different ways to stitch leather will help you create a more unique finish. They will also help you get around a corner, sew two pieces next to each other or just create a new look. 

ISO 23910 specifies a method for determining the stitch tear resistance of leather. ISO 23910 can be used on all leathers but is particularly suitable for leathers over 1,2 mm in thickness. 

Who is ISO 23910 - Stitch tear resistance in leather for? 

BS EN ISO 23910  on Stitch tear resistance in leather is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of Leather apparel and products 
• Leather hobbyists 
• Product development / innovation / research teams 
• Quality control teams 

Why should you use ISO 23910 - Stitch tear resistance in leather?  

Leather is a strong, flexible, and durable material obtained from the tanning, or chemical treatment, of animal skins and hides to prevent decay. The most common leathers come from cattle, sheep, goats, equine animals, buffalo, pigs, and hogs, and aquatic animals such as seals and alligators. Leather can be used to make a variety of items, including clothing, footwear, wallets, belts, handbags, furniture, tools, and sports equipment, and lasts for decades. 

The sections on apparatus, sampling, and sampling preparation and procedure have been discussed in thorough detail in ISO 23910.  

Using ISO 23910 guidelines you can determine the stitch tear resistance of leather and provide the end-users with reliable and long-lasting products. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN ISO 23910:2019 supersedes BS EN ISO 23910:2017. BS EN ISO 23910:2019 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN ISO 23910:2017 include: 

• The wording of 6.1 and 6.2 has been modified to remove possible misunderstandings regarding the conditioning of samples