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Banbū™

A plant-based material that’s ultra durable, sleek and made from the most renewable raw material on earth (yes, you guessed it—bamboo).

Technology

Total Content
83% Plant-Based
17% Solvent-Free PU

Topcoat Content
Plant-Based

Backing Fabric Content
100% Bamboo

Feels

Buttery, soft, and supple

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Looks

Clean, effortless, and sophisticated

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benefits

83% Plant-Powered

Setting a new eco-luxury standard, Banbū is composed of 83% plant-based materials, marrying innovation with environmental consciousness.

Advantages of Bamboo

Bamboo consumes one-third the water compared to other natural fibers such as cotton, is incredibly strong, and requires little to no chemical intervention to grow it.

Enhanced Biodegradation

Demonstrating a commitment to the planet, Banbū contains a proprietary technology that dramatically enhances the rate of biodegradation in a landfill condition, leading the way in sustainable practices.

2× Lighter than Cow Leather

Experience the unmatched lightness of Banbū, half as light as traditional cow leather, for a blend of comfort and elegance that sets new benchmarks in material innovation.

Advanced Performance and Sustainability

Low Carbon Footprint

Low Carbon
Footprint

Animal Free

Animal
Free

Water Resistant

Water
Resistant

Stain Resistant

Stain
Resistant

Scratch Resistant

Scratch
Resistant

Plant Based

Plant
Based

Customization

Banbū™

Interested in custom colors, grains and finishes?
Email us at sales@vonholzhausen.com to get started.

Technical Data

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ACT Certified

ACT Flammability ACT Wet Dry Crocking ACT Colorfastness to Light ACT Physical Properties

Application

Transportation
Furniture
Fashion
Footwear
Tech Accessories

Care

The best way to take care of Banbū is to prevent dirt from accumulating on it.
For best results:

  • Wipe up spills as soon as they happen.
  • Clean gently using soap and water.
  • Rinse the area thoroughly.
  • Dry with a soft cloth.

Testing

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Environmental

US California Prop 65 Lead & Cadmium - Pass
REACH Compliant
REACH Annex XVII - Pass
REACH SVHC - Pass
Prouduced in an ISO 14001 Facility
DMF Free
FR Free
PVC Free
Non-Phtalate Vinyl

Price

Available upon request.

Characteristics

Total Content: 83% Plant-Based,
17% Solvent-Free PU
Backing: 100% Bamboo Yarn
Width: 55" / 140cm
Weight: 548.73 g/m2
Thickness: 0.9 ±0.05 mm
USDA Bio-Based: Certificate upon request
Biodegradation: 100% biodegrades in a landfill in 250 days

How We Measure Up

 
PU
PVC
Tanned Cow Leather
Vegan
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Fully Biodegradable
Yes
Yes
Yes
Partial
Partial
No
No
No
Plant Based
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
Recycled Content
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
High-Yield
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Lightweight
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Safe Work Environment
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
DMF, Formaldehyde, Chlorine Free
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No

* Proprietary enhanced biodegradation technology can be added to all vH materials.

Function Meets Form

The Ballet Flat - Banbū in Caramel

The Ballet Flat

Banbū in Caramel
$295 

The Ballet Flat - Banbū in Black

The Ballet Flat

Banbū in Black
$295 

The Ballet Flat - Banbū in Latte

The Ballet Flat

Banbū in Latte
$295 

The Car Interior - Banbū in Caramel

The Car Interior

Banbū in Caramel
$29,995 

The Banbū Candle - In Banbū Leather

The Banbū Candle

In Banbū Leather
$55 

The Car Interior - Banbū in Serrano

The Car Interior

Banbū in Serrano
$29,995 

Driving Glove - Banbū in Sage

Driving Glove

Banbū in Sage
$300 

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf - Soft Leaf in Black

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf

Soft Leaf in Black
$395 

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf - Soft Leaf in Ash

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf

Soft Leaf in Ash
$395 

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf - Soft Leaf in Mocha

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf

Soft Leaf in Mocha
$395 

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf - Soft Leaf in Umber

The Tech Backpack in Soft Leaf

Soft Leaf in Umber
$395 

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