Methods for distinguishing genuine leather from fake leather

Observing patterns: The patterns on genuine leather are not fixed and distinct, while those on synthetic leather have clear patterns. ‌
 

Water absorption: Genuine leather absorbs water, while synthetic leather does not. ‌
 

Color fading situation: Genuine leather will fade, while fake leather will not fade.
 

Breathability: Genuine leather is breathable, while synthetic leather is not.
 

Texture: Genuine leather is soft and elastic, while fake leather is sticky and inelastic.
 

Burning: When genuine leather burns, it emits a natural burning odor, while when fake leather burns, it emits a pungent odor or no obvious odor. ‌
 

Drip test: Water droplets from genuine leather will quickly penetrate and spread, while water droplets from fake leather often remain on the surface.
 

Stretching recovery: Genuine leather recovers quickly after stretching, while synthetic leather recovers slowly.

Specific operating steps and precautions
 

Observing patterns: The patterns on genuine leather are not fixed and distinct, while those on synthetic leather have clear patterns.
 

Water absorption test: Drop a small drop of water on the leather and observe its penetration. Genuine leather absorbs water, while fake leather does not absorb water.
 

Hand feel test: Pinch the leather with your hand. Genuine leather is soft and elastic, while fake leather is sticky and has no elasticity.
 

Burning test: Take a small piece of leather and burn it. When genuine leather burns, it emits a natural leather burning odor, while when fake leather burns, it emits a pungent odor or has no obvious odor.
 

Drip test: Drop a small drop of water on the leather and observe the shape and diffusion of the water droplet. The water droplets of genuine leather will quickly penetrate and spread, while the water droplets of fake leather often remain on the surface.
 

Stretching test: Gently stretch the edge of the leather and observe the speed and degree of its return to its original state. Genuine leather has a fast recovery speed, while fake leather has a slow recovery speed.
 

By using the above methods, it is possible to accurately distinguish genuine leather from fake leather.