What Ultrafabrics, LLC does

Ultrafabrics, LLC is a Tarrytown, New York-based manufacturer of premium polyurethane synthetic leather fabrics sold as high-performance, animal-free alternatives to genuine leather and PVC. The company serves five verticals — transportation, furniture, healthcare, hospitality, and fashion — with a customer roster spanning automotive OEMs (Jaguar Land Rover, McLaren, Lotus, Ford, Nissan, Fiat Chrysler, Volvo, Renault), commercial trucking OEMs (Daimler, Paccar, Volvo Mack, Isringhausen), more than 50 commercial airlines globally (United, American, JetBlue, JAL, Southwest, Starlux, Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, easyJet), marine builders (Viking, Hatteras, Formula, Tiara, Cruisers), RV (Airstream), contract furniture (Steelcase), and hospitality (Hilton).

Core technology centers on the proprietary Takumi Technology, a four-layer construction combining a Surface Layer for durability, a Topskin Layer for hydrolysis resistance, a Microfoam Layer for thermal comfort, and a Substrate for upholstering stability, produced without adhesives, entanglement, or lamination. Supporting technologies include breathable airflow ventilation, climate control with EPA-registered antimicrobial protection, inherent flame retardancy (IMO, Crib 5), and biobased content (Volar Bio at 66% recycled/rapidly renewable/biobased material). The portfolio is organized into Breathable Technology, Timeless Grains, and Modern Textures collections, supplemented by the UF Select sub-brand offering domestically manufactured price-conscious SKUs.

Revenue is generated through B2B direct sales to OEM and manufacturer accounts, supported by a 30+ year exclusive aviation partnership with Tapis Corp, regional Quick Ship fulfillment in North America (48-hour shipping up to 100 yards) and UK/Europe via Ultrafabrics OnDemand (48-hour dispatch up to 30 linear metres), and aftermarket distribution. Pricing is quote-based and varies by volume and specification; revenue model is unit-pricing per yard/metre with no public price list. Certifications span ASTM, NFPA, IMO, BS 5852, Indoor Advantage Gold, and Healthcare Without Harm, materially shaping addressable channels.

Name

Ultrafabrics, LLC

Legal name

Ultrafabrics, LLC

Website

https://ultrafabricsinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ultrafabrics, LLC manufactures premium polyurethane synthetic leather fabrics for transportation, furniture, healthcare, hospitality, and fashion OEMs, leveraging proprietary Takumi Technology for weight, climate, and sustainability advantages over animal leather.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performance Upholstery Fabrics

NAICS

Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (316), Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (3169), Other Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (316990)

SIC

Leather & Leather Products (3100), Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300)

akta.pro primary industry

Vegan/Alternative Material Goods Manufacturing (PU/Plant-based/Mycelium) (IMAOAHAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Leather, Suede & Alternatives (PU/Bio-based) (CRAAAMAG), Luxury & Designer Leather Goods Manufacturing (IMAOAHAG)

Keywords

• Polyurethane synthetic leather
• Performance upholstery fabrics
• Automotive interior materials
• Aviation cabin textiles
• Marine seating fabrics

Headquarters

HQ city

Tarrytown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. B2B Fabric Sales to OEMs and Manufacturers: Primary revenue from selling premium polyurethane fabrics directly to automotive manufacturers, aviation suppliers, marine craft builders, furniture manufacturers, and other industrial customers. Fabrics sold for seating, interiors, and accent applications in various transportation and commercial furniture sectors.
2. Quick Ship Programs: Expedited fulfillment programs for time-sensitive orders: UF Select Quick Ship in North America (up to 100 yards, ships within 48 hours) and Ultrafabrics OnDemand in UK & Europe (up to 30 linear metres, ships within 48 hours).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Ultrafabrics designs and manufactures premium polyurethane synthetic leather fabrics sold as animal-free alternatives to genuine leather for high-performance upholstery applications. The portfolio comprises the Breathable Technology collection, Timeless Grains collection, Modern Textures collection, and the Uf Select North America-made line, along with quick-ship fulfillment programs. Fabrics are sold to OEMs and manufacturers in automotive, aviation, marine, RV, trucking, furniture, healthcare, and hospitality industries.

Product overview

Ultrafabrics is a manufacturer of premium polyurethane fabrics designed as animal-free leather alternatives for high-performance applications. The product portfolio consists of three main collection categories: Breathable Technology (Brisa, Brisa Distressed, Brisa Forecast, Brisa Frontier, Brisa Ellora, and Fresco), Timeless Grains (Coast, Pearlized, Promessa, Pumice, Summit, Tottori, Ultraleather, Ultraleather Anti-Static, Ultraleather Pro IFR), and Modern Textures (Eco Tech, Fusion, Fusion Shimmer, Volar Bio, Wired). Additional sub-brands include Uf Select (Impasto, Lino, Montage, Montage Pro, Concept Pro) which are made in North America with price-conscious positioning. The collections feature proprietary technologies including Takumi four-layer manufacturing, breathable airflow systems, and climate control technology, with sustainable materials like recycled polyester (REPREVE), FSC-certified rayon, and biobased resins. Core performance benefits span durability (100,000-400,000+ double rub abrasion resistance), cleanability (bleach-cleanable options), hydrolysis resistance, antimicrobial properties, and sustainability certifications including Indoor Advantage Gold and Healthcare Without Harm compliance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Brisa High-comfort, high-functionality breathable polyurethane fabric featuring proprietary ventilation system that promotes airflow for seating comfort, with acoustic properties for noise reduction. Backcloth contains recycled polyester and FSC/PEFC certified rayon. Designed for upholstery and vertical/horizontal paneling in interior projects.
• Brisa Distressed Rustic natural-grain breathable fabric in earthy hues, engineered with airflow technology for lasting comfort and acoustic noise reduction with exceptional durability. Recycled polyester and FSC/PEFC certified rayon backcloth with approximately 8 recycled plastic bottles per linear yard.
• Brisa Forecast Climate-control polyurethane fabric with water repellency, EPA-registered mildew defense, solar endurance, and colorfastness, designed for outdoor residential applications.
• Brisa Frontier Rustic-aesthetic breathable polyurethane fabric with airflow circulation, climate control technology, solar endurance, water repellency, and EPA-registered mildew defense.
• Brisa Ellora Breathable polyurethane fabric combining texture, durability, and functionality for seating and acoustic applications.
• Fresco Breathable polyurethane fabric with proprietary airflow technology, inherent antimicrobial protection, and sound absorption properties.
• Coast Outdoor and marine polyurethane fabric engineered to resist water, deflect mildew and bacteria, and endure regular cleaning, with enhanced UV resistance and microfoam layer.
• Pearlized Classic natural-grain polyurethane fabric with subtle luminescence, silken touch, and chic hues. Backcloth contains 100% FSC/PEFC Certified Rayon.
• Promessa Pebbled-texture polyurethane fabric with subtle sheen, bleach-solution cleanable, with industry-leading abrasion resistance for high-traffic upholstery.
• Pumice Polyurethane fabric with EPA-registered anti-mildew, antimicrobial, and antibacterial properties with colorfastness to sunlight, perspiration, chlorine, and seawater. Ideal for marine seating.
• Summit Moisture-repellent polyurethane fabric with solar endurance, climate control technology, and EPA-registered defense against microbes, bacteria, and mildew for indoor and outdoor applications.
• Tottori Timeless leather-like grain polyurethane fabric inspired by Japan's Tottori Sand Dunes, with matte finish, soft hand, bleach cleanability, and superior durability.
• Ultraleather Natural-grain polyurethane fabric soft and supple to the touch with 16-week hydrolysis resistance and a wide-ranging color palette.
• Ultraleather Anti-Static ESD-dissipating polyurethane fabric engineered to help dissipate and shield against static electricity for stools, task seating, and work benches.
• Ultraleather Pro IFR Inherent flame-retardant polyurethane fabric with ink and stain-resistant properties repelling stubborn stains, plus EPA-registered antimicrobial technology; meets cig/match, Crib 5, and IMO standards.
• Eco Tech Exotic shagreen-texture polyurethane fabric with sophisticated palette and matte finish, Indoor Advantage Gold certified with 100% FSC/PEFC Certified Rayon and meeting Healthcare Without Harm Healthy Interiors Criteria V2.3.
• Fusion Smooth, matte-texture polyurethane fabric with 14-week hydrolysis resistance and bleach-solution cleanability, meeting Healthcare Without Harm Healthy Interiors Criteria V2.3.
• Fusion Shimmer Luminous-effect polyurethane fabric with subtle shimmer texture, industry-leading durability, and bleach-solution cleanability.
• Volar Bio Biobased polyurethane fabric collection with 66% mix of recycled, rapidly renewable, and biobased materials including recycled polyester, FSC/PEFC certified rayon, and Susterra propanediol biobased resin derived from regeneratively farmed U.S. dent corn. Contains approximately 8 recycled plastic bottles per linear yard. Won Good Design Award (2021) and PETA UK Vegan Homeware Award (2020).
• Wired Matte-touch polyurethane fabric with layers of color delivering depth, featuring interconnected parallel and perpendicular lines creating movement and tactile interaction.
• Impasto Natural-grain polyurethane fabric reminiscent of layered paint on canvas with exaggerated yet classic aesthetic, part of the Uf Select North America-made line.
• Lino Refined crosshatch design polyurethane fabric inspired by finely cut linoleum printing with soft touch, part of the Uf Select North America-made line.
• Montage Weathered-texture polyurethane fabric mimicking a collage with soft and rich feel, part of the Uf Select North America-made line with Quick Ship availability.
• Montage Pro PFAS-free, ink and stain-resistant polyurethane fabric with naturally distressed texture, made in North America and marketed to corporate, education, government, hospitality, healthcare, and recreational vehicle customers.
• Concept Pro Ultrafabrics' first PFAS-free ink and stain-resistant polyurethane line, developed with a North American partner mill for quicker delivery times and competitive pricing.
• Atago seat fabric Groundbreaking aviation seat fabric solution developed in partnership with Tapis and Franklin; shortlisted for a Crystal Cabin Award. Designed for innovative aircraft seating materials.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1/3 lighter than leather and 1/2 lighter than PVC
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers29 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• Tapis CorpflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1995Strategic partnership for more than 30 years. Tapis serves as leading aviation interior solution expert while Ultrafabrics designs and engineers the product. Tapis handles sample requests, in-person presentations, and customer engagement for aviation customers including Virgin Galactic, Southwest Airlines, United, and Starlux.
• Car Design NewscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual CMF (Color, Materials & Finish) Trend Survey partnership. Collaboration provides industry leadership positioning, exclusive consumer data, and emerging trend insights. Senior Manager of Advanced Automotive Design Kimberley Harrington participates in joint interviews and analysis with Car Design News Editor.
• BMW DesignflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerDesign collaboration for Starlux A350 cabin interiors. BMW Design Studio created distinctive cabin design for the airline, featuring Ultrafabrics throughout premium cabins.
• Jaguar Land RoverflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in Jaguar Land Rover vehicles including Range Rover Sport SV Edition Two Carbon Edition and Defender OCTA. Long-standing OEM supplier relationship.
• McLarenflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics used in McLaren Elva interiors. Premium automotive partnership featuring ultralight materials.
• Lotus CarscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in Lotus Emeya and other Lotus vehicles. Partnership brings sustainable materials to premium electric vehicles.
• FordcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerOEM fabric supplier for Ford automotive interiors. Ultrafabrics provides materials for seating and interior applications.
• Starlux AirlinesflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured throughout Starlux A350-1000 cabin interiors. Partnership includes premium first class suites with luxurious fabric, distinguished by BMW Design collaboration.
• Virgin GalacticflagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics used in Virgin Galactic spaceship cabin interiors. Partnership showcases materials in space tourism applications.
• American AirlinescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCommercial airline customer for seating fabrics. Ultrafabrics provides materials for cabin interiors.
• JetBluecoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCommercial airline customer for seating fabrics. Partnership includes Mint Studio business class offerings.
• JAL (Japan Airlines)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerJapanese airline customer for seating fabrics and cabin interiors.
• United AirlinescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in United A321neo cabin interiors. Partnership for Polaris business class and other cabin applications.
• Tata Passenger Electric MobilitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Avinya concept interior. Collaboration on next-generation electric vehicle interior design.
• FranklincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAtago seat fabric solution partnership with Tapis and Franklin. Joint development for innovative aircraft seating materials shortlisted for Crystal Cabin Award.
• Southwest AirlinescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in Southwest 737 cabin interiors.
• FinnaircoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinnair AirLounge business class concept showcases Ultrafabrics. Partnership demonstrates innovative seating approach with home-like comfort.
• Airbus HelicopterscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics used in Airbus Helicopters interior applications.
• Blue OrigincoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in Blue Origin aircraft interiors.
• easyJetcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUltrafabrics featured in easyJet aircraft cabin interiors for European operations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Desserto: Mexican manufacturer of cactus-based vegan leather used in fashion (BMW, H&M, Karl Lagerfeld) and automotive applications. Emerging biobased leather alternative targeting similar ESG-driven OEM adoption pathways as Ultrafabrics' Volar Bio line.
• MycoWorks: Biotech company producing Reishi, a mycelium-based leather alternative with partnerships including GM, Ligne Roset, and luxury fashion houses. Emerging direct competitor in the leather-alternative category, particularly for ESG-led premium brands.
• Ananas Anam: Producer of Piñatex, a pineapple-leaf-fiber leather alternative used in fashion, footwear, accessories, and increasingly automotive and aviation interiors. Niche emerging player in plant-based leather substitutes overlapping with Ultrafabrics' fashion segment and ESG positioning.
• Bolt Threads: Biotech manufacturer of Mylo, a mycelium-based leather alternative used by Adidas, Stella McCartney, Lululemon, and partnered with GM for automotive applications. Emerging competitor targeting the same ESG-led OEM displacement opportunity as Ultrafabrics' biobased lines.
• Modern Meadow: Biotech company producing bioengineered leather and protein-based materials for fashion, footwear, and automotive applications. Emerging player in next-generation leather alternatives with partial overlap to Ultrafabrics' fashion and transportation segments.

Direct peers

• Kuraray: Japanese chemical manufacturer producing Clarino, a major man-made leather brand used across footwear, apparel, and automotive interiors. Directly comparable to Ultrafabrics as a high-performance synthetic leather supplier to OEMs, with broader scope into footwear applications.
• Toray Industries: Manufacturer of Ultrasuede and related microfiber synthetic suede/leather products used in automotive interiors, furniture, and fashion. Comparable to Ultrafabrics as a premium microfiber PU alternative supplier serving transportation and interior applications.
• Kolon Industries: Korean chemical and materials manufacturer producing artificial leather (KOLON) for automotive, footwear, and apparel applications. Comparable synthetic leather manufacturer serving global footwear and interior markets.
• Mitsubishi Chemical (Alcantara): Producer of Alcantara, a premium microfiber suede material widely used in automotive interiors (Audi, BMW, Porsche) and aviation. Direct peer to Ultrafabrics in luxury transportation upholstery, competing for similar OEM specifications.
• Teijin Frontier: Japanese textiles subsidiary of Teijin producing Cordley and Maestley artificial leather for automotive, footwear, and apparel. Direct peer in PU-based synthetic leather with strong automotive OEM relationships, particularly across Asian OEMs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance13 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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