
About Us
For over 50 years, Jacobs GmbH has stood for reliable quality and innovative solutions in the leather industry. We combine our passion for Italian design and fashion with German precision to meet our customers' needs.
Our focus is on expert consulting and a wide range of customized product solutions and services. We rely on a collaborative approach with our customers and business partners to achieve long-term, sustainable results.
Our Philosophy


Our Story
2024
Important recertifications have been achieved, now even the popular and demanding LWG Gold Rating. In addition, the company has been recertified according to Ecostep, which covers the most important parameters of DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management, DIN EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management, and DIN ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Safety.
2022
The third generation has joined the company. Sofie Müller, authorized signatory, heads the internal sales department.
2015
Construction of the new, eco-friendly headquarters has been completed. This alone will save 20,000 tons of CO2 per year.
Work processes can be optimized and customers have access to two large, modern showrooms in the heart of the Rhine-Main metropolitan region.
2010s
The expansion of in-house leather production to 99% of the product portfolio is accompanied by a significant increase in sales. This necessitates the construction of a significantly expanded new company headquarters.
2000s
Expansion of leather production and establishment of in-house research and development. Parallel development of imports and exports of synthetics, fabrics, and accessories.
90s
With Bernd and Michael Jacobs, the second generation joins the company. The company begins its own contract leather production in Italy.
80s
Trade in leather, artificial leather, fabrics and accessories for the shoe, leather goods and belt industries.
70s
Trade in leather for the leather goods industry.
60s
The company was founded by Eberhard Jacobs as a sales representative for leather for the furniture industry.
