METHOD FOR PROCESSING PLANT MATERIAL AND RESPECTIVE PRODUCT

摘要

This invention relates to a process of treating plant material for transforming it into a product with characteristics similar to leather. The process claimed herein comprises the chemical treatment, or tanning, of plant material for transforming it into leather-like material. This process comprises at least the steps of chemical treatment, drying and welding. The final product is characterized by its similarity with leather, and can be applied to various fields of the industry, like clothing, footwear, handbags, accessories and furniture, among others.