Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association

Aims & Scope

The Journal of the American Leather Chemists Association publishes manuscripts on all aspects of leather science, engineering, technology, and economics, and will consider related subjects that address concerns of the industry.

Examples: hide/skin quality or utilization, leather production methods/equipment, tanning materials/leather chemicals, new and improved leathers, collagen studies, leather by-products, impacts of changes in leather products industries, process efficiency, sustainability, regulatory, safety, environmental, tannery waste management and industry economics.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	0.5
2024	0.60

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.181

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

h-index

Year	Value
2024	35

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry and Materials Science, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Transglutaminase Crosslinked Gelatin Films Extracted from Tanned Leather Waste

  Citation: 7

  Authors: E., B.S., D.D.C., C.V.T., C., A.

• Oxidized Maltodextrin: A Novel Ligand for Aluminum–Zirconium Complex Tanning

  Citation: 5

  Authors: Xuero, Yue, Ya-nan, Bi

• Insight into the Correlations Between Fiber Dispersion and Physical Properties of Chrome Tanned Leather

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Xiu, Wei, Yue, Jianfei, Bi

• Biodegradability Study of Footwear Soling Materials in Simulated Compost Environment

  Citation: 4

  Authors: Moumita, T., Sujata, G.

• Learning to Recognize Irregular Features on Leather Surfaces

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Masood, Tariq M., Syed Saud, Geoff, Rafea

• Reduction of Cr (VI) Formation in Leather with Herbal Extracts

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Roza, Eser Eke, Gulzinat

• Improving Tearing Resistance of Leather - Part 1 Prevention and Treatment of Low Tearing Strength in the Tannery

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Ricardo, Fernando

• Application of some Plant Extracts as Biocolorants for Leather During Finishing Process

  Citation: 3

  Authors: Roza, Eser Eke, Rashid

• Eco-friendly Leather Dyeing using Ultrasound Technique

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Md. Abu Sayid, Refat E, Mohammad, Md. Zahnagir

• Extract of Trema Orientalis (L.) Stem Bark: A Potential Source of Environmentally Friendly Tanning Agent for Leather Industry

  Citation: 2

  Authors: Murshid Jaman, Md. Abdur, Md. Imran, Ariful Hai, Md. Tushar

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