CENTRAL LEATHER RESEARCH INSTITUTE

The most advanced leather research facility in the country. With state-of-the-art facilities that make possible innovation in leather processing and creative designing of leather products. A centre for research into major areas of Collagen, Bio-products, Biotechnology, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry. An institute that stands second to none in the leather sector in the country. Central Leather Research Institute or CLRI.

CLRI was founded in 1948. Today, it is perhaps the only name that can boast of infrastructure to produce quality students, products and services for the leather industry. Apart from within the country, students from over 64 foreign nationalities come to undergo training here. The curriculum is highly sophisticated and the institute conducts courses for Anna University.

Courses range from B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) in Leather Technology right up to a Doctorate (Ph.D.). Vocational programmes are also offered that include Leather Processing, Leather Footwear, Leather Goods, Garments and Saddlery. The 600-strong staff ensures smooth functioning of the organisation. CLRI also conducts programmes at the national level towards upgrading decentralised and cottage scale leather units.

CLRI is known best for hosting the International Leather Fair each year, which attracts people from every corner of the globe. Technologies take the spotlight in CLRI. From the development of chemicals and finishing products to the very designs used.

For more details contact:
Dr. Subrama Naidu, Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI)
Adyar, Chennai - 600 020.
Phone: 24910846 / 97
E-mail: clrim@giasmd01.vsnl.net.in

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