The suede is made from the underside of bovine leather previously brushed to make it softer and more flexible
It comes from farms in the south of Brazil(Rio Grande do Sul). It is tanned in Brazil, without using any hazardous or prohibited chemicals. Veja uses conventional dyes that comply with regulations. Special attention is paid to water usage during the tanning process. The suede is also coated with water-repellent oils without PFCs(Chemical compounds)to protect the sneakers from light rain.
Materials • Upper: Suede • Panels: Suede and ChromeFree leather • Logo V: 26% Amazonian Rubber and 22% Rice Waste • Insole: 55% Sugar Cane and 19% Organic Cotton • Outsole: 24% Amazonian Rubber and 29% Rice Waste • Lining: Tech(100% Recycled Polyester) • Straps: Suede