Environ Monit Assess April 2011 PMID 20556649

Detection of hazardous pollutants in chrome-tanned leather using locally developed laser-induced breakdown spectrometer.

M M Nasr, Mohammed Asharf Gondal, Z S Seddigi

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What people are saying

The group's discussions demonstrate high engagement and interest, with posts referencing videos, environmental concerns, and ethical issues, such as the mention of the cruelty involved in traditional tanning processes and the debate over vegan leather's environmental impacts. The tone varies from critical to informational, showing how the publication fuels broader social discussions on sustainability and ethics.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the leather industry has environmental and ethical issues, as seen in references to the environmental harm and animal cruelty involved, with some posts supporting the research's importance.

InterestHigh interest

There is high interest in the topic, evidenced by multiple references to videos, articles, and debates about the environmental impacts and alternatives like vegan leather.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts show deep engagement through sharing resources, calling for discussions, and emphasizing ethical and environmental concerns, indicating active participation in the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the research has influenced or is part of broader debates about sustainable materials, animal rights, and industry impacts, though it remains part of ongoing discussions rather than a final conclusion.

Abstract in brief

  • The study utilized a locally developed laser-induced breakdown spectrometer (LIBS) with an NdYAG laser to detect hazardous pollutants such as chromium, arsenic, and lead in chrometanned leather samples from Saudi Arabia, showing contamination levels that often exceed safety standards.
  • This is the first known application of LIBS for analyzing leather before and after the tanning process, demonstrating its effectiveness in identifying and quantifying toxic elements with higher sensitivity and less sample preparation compared to traditional methods like ICP or atomic absorption spectrometry.
  • The findings highlight the potential of LIBS as a rapid, sensitive, and minimally invasive technique for monitoring environmental pollutants in industrial materials, emphasizing concerns about toxin levels in leather products and their compliance with safety regulations.

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Black AnarchyⒶ
@AllStatesAreBad · X

@Phlegmbuoy It's not even true. It's a common anti-vegan talking point. This video has debunked those talking points and mentions how bad the leather industry is. People really don't know what they're consuming. https://t.co/SfGVuRvkf5

Apr 20, 2024 · 3 likes · 8,053 followers View post →
Chelsea
@VgnAutistArtist · X

Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/EcblLuqrET https://t.co/gZ6MURVF0y

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1,208 followers View post →
Vegan Film News Ⓥ
@VeganFilmNews · X

Watch/Learn: Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Vn51cJAPcN @MictheVegan via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 229 followers View post →
Kim
@Mysticienne · X

@SeparatistSista Here is a 19-minute video by @MictheVegan fully exploring this issue https://t.co/5tI3U4cbqq

Sep 18, 2023 · 1 like · 58 followers View post →
Cerebral Symphony
@cerebralsymphoy · X

Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Tom4RFM1om via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 4,816 followers View post →
Jason Plant-based Potter Peters Ⓥ (He/Him)
@Wildlife_Jason · X

RT @VeganFilmNews: Watch/Learn: Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Vn51cJAPcN @MictheVegan via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 share · 3,376 followers View post →

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Black AnarchyⒶ
@AllStatesAreBad · X

@Phlegmbuoy It's not even true. It's a common anti-vegan talking point. This video has debunked those talking points and mentions how bad the leather industry is. People really don't know what they're consuming. https://t.co/SfGVuRvkf5

Apr 20, 2024 · 3 likes · 8,053 followers View post →
Kim
@Mysticienne · X

@SeparatistSista Here is a 19-minute video by @MictheVegan fully exploring this issue https://t.co/5tI3U4cbqq

Sep 18, 2023 · 1 like · 58 followers View post →
Die Ⓥeganerin
@dieveganerin.bsky.social · Bluesky

Please stop making fun of the victims (the animals, who get skinned & often while still alive) by making fun of the alternatives. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNQgcBUGD3g Also, the tanning process required for "real leather" is devastating for the environment & the humans, who have to do it.

Aug 20, 2023 View post →
Scott Alan Burbridge
@roarscotrooster · X

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Jan 9, 2023 · 171 followers View post →
minkadeer
@minkadeer · X

@jffxns @tenshitunes @ChibiCarol @Asday971 @mariam74735 @JoshuaPHilll https://t.co/3setsY0qrU Mike made a vid about this!

Nov 14, 2022 · 1,761 followers View post →
Anne Suess
@2chat2u · X

Watch "Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet?" on YouTube https://t.co/pYMfBaCdAD

Nov 14, 2022 · 109 followers View post →
Martin E. Boyle
@MartinEBoyle3 · X

#leather #veganleather https://t.co/WDfowQWQyt

Nov 10, 2022 · 21 followers View post →
Vegaani Dragonkin
@Leonard09624097 · X

Is Vegan #Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/TBH8Kg3lYU via @YouTube

Nov 7, 2022 · 39 followers View post →
Byron Murphy
@ByronMurphy8 · X

https://t.co/3yC9AFOgGA

Nov 2, 2022 · 928 followers View post →
Cerebral Symphony
@cerebralsymphoy · X

Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Tom4RFM1om via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 4,816 followers View post →
Chelsea
@VgnAutistArtist · X

Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/EcblLuqrET https://t.co/gZ6MURVF0y

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1,208 followers View post →
Jason Plant-based Potter Peters Ⓥ (He/Him)
@Wildlife_Jason · X

RT @VeganFilmNews: Watch/Learn: Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Vn51cJAPcN @MictheVegan via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 share · 3,376 followers View post →
Vegan Film News Ⓥ
@VeganFilmNews · X

Watch/Learn: Is Vegan Leather Worse for the Planet? https://t.co/Vn51cJAPcN @MictheVegan via @YouTube

Oct 29, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 229 followers View post →
Nick the Cat Master is an ⓋegⒶnarkitty
@Nicktheancom · X

https://t.co/I83X6nndEZ

Oct 28, 2022 · 909 followers View post →
Belderial ⓥ
@Belderial · X

https://t.co/rLKxcBxdJy

Oct 28, 2022 · 35 followers View post →