Hcp group

What Hcp group does

Hcp Group (Groupe Hcp) is a French luxury leather supplier founded in 1923 and headquartered in Paris, operating as a holding company (HCP SAS, €6.4M share capital) that owns five wholly-owned tanneries across France: Tannerie d'Annonay (calf), Tanneries du Puy (calf), Mégisserie Jullien (goat), Tannerie GAL (bovine), and Compagnie des Cuirs Précieux / CCP (exotic skins). The group controls the full production chain from raw hides to finished leather, producing exotic leathers (alligator, Nile crocodile, saltwater crocodile/porosus, lizard, ostrich), bovine leathers (cowhide, calfskin), and goat leathers. All exotic leathers carry unique CITES (Washington Convention) traceability with regular audits, and the group holds three industry certifications: FFTM, EPV (Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant, awarded by the French Ministry of Economy), and LWG (Leather Working Group).

The group's commercial model is a hybrid of direct showroom sales, e-commerce, and trade fair engagement. It operates eight physical showrooms across Paris (two locations), Milan, New York, Le Puy-en-Velay, Annonay, Hong Kong, and Bellac, supported by an e-boutique platform offering 2,215 leathers with free delivery on orders over €400 (excl. tax) within the European Economic Community. Pricing is per-hide, varying by species, size, and finish, with custom color development from Pantone codes or samples and seasonal color library renewals. Seasonal private collections (e.g., Musée AH2526, Avant l'éclipse PE25, L'objet du regard PE26) are reserved for registered clients, driving recurring engagement.

Hcp Group primarily serves luxury leather goods brands, haute couture houses, footwear manufacturers, fashion accessory brands, interior/furniture companies, and — more recently — independent designers, brand creators, and private individuals. Distribution extends to industrial applications including automobile upholstery, yacht interiors, aviation interiors, and outdoor furniture. The group is affiliated with Hermès International, as reflected in the joint ownership of trademarks and intellectual property between Compagnie des Cuirs Précieux and Hermès International (572 076 396 RCS Paris). The company is privately held, with no external venture capital or private equity investment indicated.

Name

Hcp group

Legal name

HCP

Website

https://groupehcp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Groupe Hcp is a French luxury leather supplier (founded 1923) operating five owned tanneries and eight international showrooms to produce exotic, bovine, and goat leathers for luxury brands, haute couture, footwear, interior, and aviation/yacht applications, affiliated with Hermès International.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Leather Manufacturing

NAICS

Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing (3161), Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing (31611), Leather and Hide Tanning and Finishing (316110)

SIC

Leather & Leather Products (3100)

akta.pro primary industry

Leather Goods Components & Subassemblies Manufacturing (Straps/Handles/Hardware Assemblies) (IMAOAHAI)

Keywords

• Luxury leather supply
• Tannery operations
• Exotic skin tanning
• Bovine leather finishing
• Goat leather production

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Leather Hide Sales: One-time sale of manufactured leather hides across exotic, bovine, and goat categories. Pricing varies by species, size, and finish. The company offers both stock (e-boutique) and production/made-to-order sales. Online purchases are paid by credit card; production orders by bank transfer after account creation.
2. Private Collections (B2B): Seasonal private collections reserved exclusively for registered clients, driving customer loyalty and recurring engagement. Collections include L'objet du regard (PE26), Muséo (AH2526), Avant l'éclipse (PE25), Les oiseaux de nuit (AH2425), and others.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Groupe HCP manufactures and sells premium and exotic leathers (alligator, crocodile/porosus/niloticus, lizard, ostrich, bovine, goat) through five owned French tanneries. Its products are sold via 8 international showrooms, an e-boutique, and seasonal private collections reserved for registered clients, serving luxury fashion houses, haute couture, footwear, interior design, and independent designers.

Product overview

Groupe Hcp is a French luxury leather supplier founded in 1923, operating as a holding company (HCP SAS) that owns five specialized tanneries: Tannerie d'Annonay (calf leather), Tanneries du Puy (calf leather), Mégisserie Jullien (goat leather), Compagnie des Cuirs Précieux (exotic leathers), and Tannerie GAL (bovine leather). The group's core product offering consists of exotic leathers (alligator, crocodile, lizard, ostrich), bovine leathers (cowhide, calfskin), and goat leathers, sold through an e-boutique platform and at 8 showrooms worldwide. The company also offers private seasonal collections exclusively for registered clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Exotic Leathers Premium exotic leathers including alligator, Nile crocodile (niloticus), saltwater crocodile (porosus), lizard, and ostrich skins, selected for unique character, suppleness, durability, and distinctive textures for luxury leather goods, haute couture, and home decoration.
• Bovine Leathers Robust and versatile bovine hides including cowhide (grand bovin) and calfskin. Cowhide offers thickness and resistance for bags, belts, and shoes; calfskin provides softness and finesse for elegant items such as bags, clothing, and accessories.
• Goat Leathers Lightweight, supple goat leather with natural resistance and a fine, slightly grained texture, ideal for leather goods, footwear, and fashion accessories, available in a variety of colors and finishes for both classic and modern designs.
• Private Collections Seasonal themed private collections of exclusive leathers reserved exclusively for registered clients, including L'objet du regard (PE26), Muséo (AH2526), Avant l'éclipse (PE25), and Les oiseaux de nuit (AH2425).
• e-Boutique Online shopping platform with 2,215 leathers available for browsing and direct purchase, with free delivery for orders over €400 excl. tax within the European Economic Community, credit card payment, and per-vendor purchase limits.
• Exotic Leathers High-quality exotic leathers including alligator, Nile crocodile, saltwater crocodile (porosus), lizard, and ostrich skins, selected for unique character, suppleness, durability, and distinctive textures for luxury leather goods, haute couture, and home decoration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Complete CITES traceability for all exotic leathers with unique product identification
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hermès InternationalparentOthersHCP is a holding company with connections to Hermès International. CCP is published by Compagnie des Cuirs Préieux which is owned by Hermès. CCP, Tannerie d'Annonay, Mégisserie Jullien, and Tanneries du Puy are all part of Groupe HCP. Hermès is referenced as the brand/IP owner alongside CCP.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bodin Joyeux: Historic French calfskin tannery based in Annonay region, producing high-end bovine leathers for luxury leather goods, footwear, and bookbinding. Directly comparable to HCP's Tannerie d'Annonay and Tanneries du Puy operations and serving the same French/European luxury customer base.
• Tanneries Haas: French calfskin tannery supplying premium leather to luxury brands, particularly in footwear and leather goods. Directly comparable to HCP's bovine leather operations in terms of species specialization and end-market focus.
• Conceria Volpi Italia: Italian premium tannery producing calf, bovine, and exotic leathers for luxury fashion houses and footwear brands. Closely comparable in product mix and serves the same luxury maison customers from a competing geographic base in Italy.
• Charles F. Stead: British heritage tannery producing premium suede and specialty leathers for luxury footwear and leather goods. Comparable in heritage positioning (over 100 years), specialty finishing capabilities, and luxury end-market focus.
• Tanneries Roux: French luxury tannery specializing in calfskin and exotic leathers for the high-end leather goods and fashion industries. Directly comparable in species mix, customer segments, and use of heritage craftsmanship positioning.
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Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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