Daewon

Established in 1974, Daewon Chemical is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of premium Polyurethane (PU) synthetic leather. As the pioneer of the "wet process" manufacturing technique in South Korea, the company has evolved into a strategic material partner for the world’s most demanding performance and lifestyle brands. Daewon is widely recognized as a main supplier to the fashion footwear and outdoor sectors, providing the advanced synthetic skins and technical textiles used by an elite roster of clients including Adidas, Nike, The North Face, L.L.Bean, Lululemon, and Patagonia. Daewon’s competitive advantage lies in its ability to engineer materials that balance rugged durability with premium aesthetics. Their "wet process" technology creates synthetic leathers that rival genuine hide in texture while offering the weather resistance and consistency required by brands like Helly Hansen, Jack Wolfskin, and Burton. Beyond performance, Daewon is a leader in sustainable manufacturing; they operate under the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System and utilize proprietary technology to refine and recycle waste chemicals (DMF). This commitment to eco-conscious innovation makes them a preferred partner for sustainability-focused clients like Marmot, UNTUCKit, and Rodd & Gunn who demand high ethical standards in their supply chain.

Category

Outerwear, Footwear

MOQ

Estimated: 1,000 meters per color

Certifications

Bluesign, GRS, Higg Index, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, RDS

Founded

1974

Employees

201-500

Brands / clients

Adidas, Black Diamond, Burton, Columbia, Helly Hansen, Jack Wolfskin, L.L.Bean, lululemon, Marmot, Nike, Oakley, Patagonia, Rodd & Gunn, The North Face, UNTUCKit, Under Armour

Website

http://www.daewon21.co.kr