Abstract:
Developing countries that export raw hides and skins often wish
to make better use of this indigenous raw material - often one of the
few resources available - by producing leather locally. However,
building a complete finished-leather factor,y could result in economic
failure. Entering the international leather market and obtaining a
satisfactory price for finished leather are extremely difficult,
especially at first. Therefore, finished leather should be produced
only if a reliable outlet, providing an adequate price guarantee, is
assured.
