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Leather/Skin/Hide Processing Industry - Environmental Clearance

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<strong>Leather</strong> / <strong>Skin</strong> / <strong>Hide</strong> <strong>Processing</strong> <strong>Industry</strong> (Tannery)Source: CPCBFigure 3-3: Input vs. Output in the Tanneries3.3 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Rejects<strong>Environmental</strong> issues associated with tanning and leather finishing include the following:WastewaterAir emissionsSolid wasteHazardous materials3.3.1 WastewaterA. Water usageWater plays a vital role in tannery operations. Approximately 30-40 litre (L) of water isused for processing one kilogram (kg) of raw hide/skin into finished leather. Most of theIndian tanneries which are located near the riverbanks or natural water bodies drawTGM for Tanneries August 20103-7

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