Berkshire

Berkshire is Italian leather with a beautiful subtle enhanced grain, providing excellent cutting yields. Recommended to customers who are looking for minimal natural markings, Berkshire offers exceptional durability with an anti-bacterial finish that is suitable for all upholstery applications. All 50 colors are GREENGUARD Certified and available for immediate shipment.

PROPERTIES

Description Enhanced grain, semi-aniline leather Available in 50 in-stock colors	Thickness 1.1mm +/- 0.1mm	Grain Characteristics Uniform
Hide Size 50.00 sq. ft. avg	Weight 2.75oz +/- 0.25oz per sq. ft.	Finish Characteristics Durable

TEST PERFORMANCE

AATCC Method 16, Option E Light Fastness Class 4-5 (72 hours)	ASTM D-2208 Breaking Force 250 lbs.	ASTM D-4705 Stitch Tear 40 lbs.
ASTM D-2097 Newark Flex 70,000 cycles	ASTM D-2211 Elongation 30%-50% at 50 lbs.	ASTM D-5053 Crock Fastness Class 4-5 (dry rub) Class 4 (wet rub)
ASTM D-3884 Abrasion Resistance 1000+ cycles (CS-10)	AATCC 100-2004 Antibacterial Finishes Assessment and AATCC 147-2004 Antibacterial Activity Assessment Meets requirements for both	ASTM D1913-00 Resistance to Wetting Meets requirements

FLAME RESISTANCE

California TB 117	ASTM E84 Surface Burning Characteristics Class I*	FAR 25.853 (a) Am. 25-116, App. F, Part I (a)(1)(i)*
Boston Fire Code BFD-IX-1*	FMVSS 302	FAR 25.853 (a) Am. 25-116, App. F, Part I (a)(1)(ii)*
NFPA-260 Cigarette Ignition Class I	IMO A.652 (16) Sec 8.2	FAR 25.853 (c) Am. 25-116, App. F, Part II (a)(4) and (5)* IMO A.652(16) Sec 8.2

NOTES

*Berkshire may be flame treated to meet required flammability regulations.
Berkshire may be used in California TB 133 applications with suitable fire backers.
Berkshire may be considered for all upholstery applications.