Centro Das Industrias De Curtumes Do Brasil

What Centro Das Industrias De Curtumes Do Brasil does

Centro das Indústrias de Curtumes do Brasil (CICB) is the national trade association representing Brazilian leather-producing tanneries, founded in 1957 and headquartered in Brasília, DF. The organization operates as the institutional voice of the Brazilian leather sector — coordinating export promotion through the flagship "Brazilian Leather" project jointly run with ApexBrasil, executing the biannual Inspiramais trade show and Preview do Couro trend exhibition, running the annual Fórum CICB de Sustentabilidade, and administering the CSCB sustainability certification (173 indicators across environmental, social, and economic dimensions) alongside the Guia CICB de Matéria-Prima traceability guide. CICB actively enforces Lei do Couro (Law 4.888/65), which legally reserves the term "couro" for products derived from animal skin, and coordinates Brazilian tanneries' presence at major international fairs including Lineapelle, APLF, ACLE, and ANPIC.

CICB serves member tanneries across Brazil that collectively account for the country's leather export volumes — over US$ 1.26 billion in 2024, up 12.5% year-over-year — reaching downstream buyers in footwear (primary), automotive, furniture/upholstery, fashion and accessories, and personal protective equipment (PPE) across China/Hong Kong (31.2% of exports), the United States (13.7%), Italy (11.2%), Vietnam, Mexico, and India. The organization is lean (6 direct employees) and works as a coordinating body rather than a producer, partnering with ApexBrasil, Abrameq, Stahl Leather, Minerva Leather, IDH, FAEPA, Assintecal, Abit, Abimóvel, LHCA, and government entities such as USTR and CNI to advance member interests.

The business model is membership-funded (annual dues from associated tanneries), supplemented by event revenue (Inspiramais, Forum CICB de Sustentabilidade), ApexBrasil co-investment for international promotion, and ancillary services such as CSCB certification and traceability documentation. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and individual leather transactions are executed by member tanneries rather than by CICB. Recent strategic emphasis has been on geographic diversification (Vietnam, Mexico), upstream sustainability (Sustainable Calf Production Program with IDH/FAEPA in Pará), regulatory defense (USTR Section 301 exemption secured July 2026), and category protection through Lei do Couro enforcement against synthetic substitutes.

Name

Centro Das Industrias De Curtumes Do Brasil

Legal name

Centro das Indústrias de Curtumes do Brasil

Website

https://cicb.org.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CICB is Brazil's national leather industry trade association (founded 1957), representing member tanneries through export promotion (Brazilian Leather project with ApexBrasil), the biannual Inspiramais trade show, CSCB sustainability certification, and Lei do Couro enforcement, serving footwear, automotive, furniture, and fashion end-markets globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Leather Industry Trade Association

NAICS

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

SIC

Leather & Leather Products (3100)

akta.pro primary industry

Leather Testing, Grading & Quality Certification (IMAOAGAJ)

Keywords

• Leather industry association
• Leather export promotion
• Sustainability certification
• Trade fair coordination
• Tannery representation

Headquarters

HQ city

Brasília

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Export Revenue Facilitation: CICB facilitates export transactions through its member tanneries by coordinating international trade fair participation, trade missions, and business development activities. The association does not directly earn transaction fees but supports export revenue generation for Brazilian leather producers.
2. Membership Dues and Services: Annual membership fees from associated tanneries across Brazil, providing access to export promotion services, sustainability certification, industry data, and representation services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CICB is a Brazilian leather industry association founded in 1957 that represents leather-producing tanneries and coordinates international export promotion through the Brazilian Leather project with ApexBrasil. It operates the Inspiramais trade show, Preview do Couro trend exhibition, and Fórum CICB de Sustentabilidade, and administers the CSCB sustainability certification covering 173 indicators to support member tanneries in accessing global markets across footwear, automotive, furniture, fashion, and PPE industries.

Product overview

CICB operates as an industry association representing Brazilian leather tanneries rather than as a product company. Its portfolio consists of sectoral programs, events, and services: the Brazilian Leather export promotion project (in partnership with ApexBrasil) drives internationalization of Brazilian leather; Inspiramais is the flagship trade show featuring trend showcases including Preview do Couro; the annual Forum CICB de Sustentabilidade addresses sustainability topics like Life Cycle Assessment and AI applications; CSCB provides sustainability certification with 173 indicators; and the Guia CICB de Matéria-Prima offers technical traceability guidelines. The Plataforma Brasil Exportação facilitates export access to international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Brazilian Leather Sectoral export promotion project conducted by CICB in partnership with ApexBrasil to promote Brazilian leather in foreign markets through trade fairs, business missions, and institutional representation for member tanneries.
• Inspiramais Bi-annual fashion and leather trend fair that brings together tanneries and material suppliers to present innovations to the transformation industry, featuring trend showcases and Preview do Couro.
• Preview do Couro Trend exhibition showcasing innovative leather developments from Brazilian tanneries, presenting concepts, ideas and elements for fashion in upcoming seasons, with seasonal themes and creative direction.
• Fórum CICB de Sustentabilidade Annual sustainability forum for the leather industry, held during Fimec fair, featuring expert panels, presentations on Life Cycle Assessment, AI applications, and sector advancements in sustainability.
• Certificação de Sustentabilidade do Couro Brasileiro (CSCB) Brazilian Leather Sustainability Certification program covering 173 indicators across environmental, social, and economic dimensions, conducted by SBA, ABNT and Inmetro, recognizing companies for best practices in sustainability.
• Guia CICB de Matéria-Prima Step-by-step guide for monitoring and traceability of bovine hides in the leather chain, providing standards and best practices for member tanneries and the broader supply chain.
• Plataforma Brasil Exportação Digital export platform developed with ApexBrasil partners to expand presence in international markets and reach new business opportunities, providing calendar of events, business networking, and export opportunity information for Brazilian leather exporters.

Quantifiable outcome

• Exports reached US$ 1.26 billion in 2024, representing 12.5% growth over 2023
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• USTR (Office of the United States Trade Representative)coreOthers · 1 July 2026US government agency that confirmed exemptions for specific Brazilian leather types from 25% additional tariffs. CICB, member tanneries, and the Brazilian leather supply chain actively participated in consultations to secure these exemptions.
• CNI (Confederação Nacional da Indústria)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 July 2026Brazilian National Industry Confederation that coordinated with CICB and other industry entities to advocate for removal of leather from US tariff lists during USTR Section 301 investigation consultations.
• LHCA (Leather and Hide Council of America)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2025US leather industry association partnering with CICB to bring international design competition to Brazil, promoting Brazilian leather innovation and design capabilities.
• Abrameq (Associação Brasileira das Indústrias de Máquinas e Equipamentos para os Setores do Couro, Calçados e Afins)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2024Abrameq represents Brazilian machinery and equipment manufacturers for the leather and footwear sectors. As a Gold sponsor of the CICB Sustainability Forum, Abrameq participates in industry dialogue on sustainability, life cycle assessment, and technological innovation. Members include Master, NBN, Michelon, and Bremm Peck companies.
• Stahl LeathercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2024Global leather chemicals company and Gold sponsor of CICB Sustainability Forum. Stahl participates in industry discussions on environmental footprint reduction, chemical management, life cycle assessment, and supply chain transparency.
• Minerva LeathercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2024Brazilian leather producer and Gold sponsor of CICB Sustainability Forum. Minerva Leather represents major Brazilian tannery participating in export promotion activities and industry sustainability initiatives.
• IDH (Initiative for Sustainable Trade)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023International sustainability organization co-investing with FAEPA in the Sustainable Calf Production Program. CICB officially supports this initiative focused on technical assistance, land regularization, environmental compliance, and traceability for cattle producers in Pará, Brazil.
• FAEPA (Federação da Agricultura e Pecuária do Pará)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023Agricultural and livestock federation of Pará state, partnering with IDH and supported by CICB for the Sustainable Calf Production Program, aiming to improve traceability and sustainability in the cattle supply chain for leather production.
• Imaflora (Instituto de Manejo e Certificação Florestal e Agrícola)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2023Environmental organization promoting sustainable practices. CICB participates in 'Diálogos Boi na Linha' seminars organized by Imaflora to discuss monitoring, best practices, and sustainability in the meat supply chain.
• ITA (Italian Trade Agency)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Italian government trade promotion agency that invites CICB member tanneries to participate in Italian technology and trade events, including Simac Tanning Tech fair.
• Assomac (Associação Italiana de Fabricantes de Tecnologia para Calçados, Artigos de Couro e Curtume)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Italian trade association for footwear, leather goods, and tannery technology manufacturers. Co-organizes trade events with CICB and facilitates technology exchange between Brazilian and Italian industries.
• ApexBrasil (Agência Brasileira de Promoção de Exportações e Investimentos)flagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017Strategic partnership for the Brazilian Leather export promotion project. ApexBrasil provides funding, international trade facilitation, and promotional activities to support Brazilian leather exports. The partnership coordinates participation in major international trade fairs, organizes trade missions, conducts market intelligence, and supports buyer-sellers meetings. This is CICB's primary international promotion platform.
• Brazilian LeatherflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2017The Brazilian Leather project is the primary international brand and export promotion initiative for Brazilian leather, jointly conducted by CICB and ApexBrasil. The project coordinates international trade fair participation, trade missions, market research, and promotional activities to position Brazilian leather globally as sustainable, innovative, and high-quality.
• Assintecal (Associação Brasileira de Empresas de Componentes para Couro, Calçados e Artefatos)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Brazilian association representing components companies for leather, footwear, and accessories. Co-promotes Inspiramais trade show with CICB and participates in joint industry initiatives.
• Abit (Associação Brasileira da Indústria Têxtil e de Confecção)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Brazilian textile and apparel industry association. Co-promotes Inspiramais trade show alongside CICB and other industry entities, connecting leather suppliers with fashion and apparel manufacturers.
• Abimóvel (Associação Brasileira das Indústrias do Mobiliário)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017Brazilian furniture industry association. Co-promotes Inspiramais trade show with CICB, facilitating connections between leather suppliers and furniture manufacturers.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• UNIC - European Confederation of the Leather Industry: European-level leather industry association representing tanneries across the EU. Direct peer to CICB in mandate (sector representation, sustainability, regulatory advocacy) and a natural counterpart for transatlantic trade and ESG coordination.
• Assintecal - Brazilian Association of Companies of Components for Leather, Footwear and Articles: Brazilian components-for-leather/footwear industry association and a documented CICB co-promoter of the Inspiramais trade show. Peer in domestic cluster representation, ApexBrasil alignment, and event-driven go-to-market.
• Council for Leather Exports (CLE) - India: Indian leather export promotion council, established by India's Ministry of Commerce. Direct peer in mandate (export promotion, trade-fair coordination, government advocacy) and a direct competitor to Brazilian leather in footwear and leather-goods markets.
• Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA): US leather industry trade association. Direct peer to CICB in scope (national leather sector representation, export promotion, sustainability advocacy) and a documented partner of CICB on design competition initiatives.
• COTANCE (Confederation of National Associations of Tanners and Dressers of the European Community): European confederation of national tanning associations. Direct peer to CICB in representing the European tanning sector and a coordinating counterpart on REACH chemicals compliance, sustainability metrics, and trade defense matters.
• Abicalçados - Brazilian Footwear Industries Association: Brazilian footwear sector association and a sister organization within the same leather-footwear cluster as CICB. Comparable in scale and ApexBrasil partnership model, but focused on the downstream footwear side of the same value chain.

Emerging players

• APLF Limited (Asia Pacific Leather Fair organiser): Hong Kong-based organiser of the APLF leather trade fair, one of CICB's flagship international fair platforms. Comparable in connecting tanneries with global buyers, but a commercial event organiser rather than a member-funded sector association.
• Leather Naturally: Global industry initiative promoting the use of leather, focused on education, sustainability communication, and countering substitution narratives. Comparable to CICB's reputation-building and communication activities and a natural collaborator on sustainability messaging.

Broad incumbents

• Confindustria Moda (Italian Fashion & Textile industry confederation): Italian fashion, textile, and leather-goods industry confederation. Operates at a broader level than CICB (multiple sub-sectors) but is the most relevant European counterpart for export promotion, design programming, and trade-policy coordination in the leather value chain.

Others

• Stahl Leather: Global leather chemicals company and a documented Gold sponsor of the CICB Sustainability Forum. Not a competitor but an enabling industry participant; relevant as a strategic partner and ecosystem player within the Brazilian leather value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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