ABOUT CACTUS LEATHER
Cactus leather is a real alternative to animal leather, made from a 100% natural and abundant resource in Mexico: the nopal cactus. This material is produced from organically grown cactus in Zacatecas, cultivated sustainably and free from toxic chemicals, phthalates, and PVC.
To create this material, organically grown nopales are harvested, cleaned, mashed, and sun-dried for three days before being processed. They are then dyed using natural pigments. The result is an organic, certified, and partially biodegradable plant-based leather.
It can last up to 10 years—about the same lifespan as animal leather.
One of the key characteristics of cactus leather is its matte finish and softness, which make it look and feel remarkably similar to animal leather.
Cactus leather is certified by PETA, USDA Organic, SGS, UKAS, DAkkS, and Öko-Garantie.
ABOUT THE COTTON GABARDINE
The cotton fabrics used in the Cargo Tote (both outer and lining) come from a Mexican supplier based in Mexico City and are made with Mexican cotton sourced from Chihuahua. This supplier specializes in 100% cotton textiles and creates innovative, high-quality fabrics for clients in Mexico, the U.S., Latin America, and Europe.
Both fabrics are 100% cotton and dyed using a reactive dyeing process, meaning the color is heat-fixed. The fabric is interlined with a type of gabardine known as “Brushed Gabardine,” bonded with an adhesive made from natural rubber.
This is a high-quality textile that balances durability and softness—perfect for everyday use.