# Fiebing's Red Leather Dye 118ml (4 Fl Oz) | Permanent Alcohol-Based Dye for Vegetable Tanned Leather **Brand:** Fiebing's **SKU:** avh7046 **ASIN:** B00B76AX3K **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/fiebings-leather-dye-4oz-red-alcohol-based-penetrating-permanent/avh7046 **Subcategory:** Categories **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹1,522 **Discount:** 32% **Customer rating:** 4.50/5 from 15,896 ratings ## Description Fiebing's Red Leather Dye (118ml/4oz) offers permanent, alcohol-based color for vegetable-tanned leather. It penetrates deeply, won't crack or rub off, and includes a wool dauber. Imported from USA, duties included, arrives via 13-16 days. ## Highlights - Permanent Colorfast Finish — Achieves a flexible, permanent color that won't peel, crack, or rub off, ensuring your dyed leather projects maintain their vibrant look over time. Ideal for frequent use items like belts and bags. - Deep Penetration for Rich Hues — Alcohol-based formula penetrates vegetable-tanned and unfinished leather deeply, creating rich, uniform color. Mix shades for custom tones, perfect for unique artistic expressions. - Includes Wool Dauber Applicator — Comes with a high-quality wool dauber for smooth, even application. This tool helps prevent streaks and ensures consistent color coverage, simplifying the dyeing process for all skill levels. - Versatile Leather Application — Suitable for a wide range of leather goods including shoes, boots, belts, bags, and furniture. Easily dye and customize your leather items for a professional, personalized look. ## Key features - World-Renowned Leather Dye: Fiebing's Leather Dye is the most recognized penetrating, alcohol-based leather dye, trusted by professionals for over a century. - Durable and Long-Lasting Finish: Achieves a permanent, flexible finish that won't peel, crack, or rub off when fully dry, ensuring long-lasting color for your leather projects. - Versatile Application: Suitable for vegetable tanned or unfinished leather, perfect for shoes, boots, belts, bags, furniture, and more. Easily apply with the included wool dauber or a sponge. - Wool Dauber Included: Comes with a high-quality wool dauber applicator, making it easy to apply the dye smoothly and evenly to your leather projects. - Complete Leather Care: For best results, use with Fiebing’s Deglazer to prep leather and Fiebings Resolene as a topcoat for enhanced protection and shine. ## Why choose this product **Professional-Grade Leather Dye** — Fiebing's Leather Dye is a globally recognized brand, trusted for over a century by professionals for its superior alcohol-based, penetrating formula. This dye ensures a permanent, flexible finish that resists peeling, cracking, or rubbing off, providing long-lasting color for your leather creations. It's designed for deep penetration into vegetable-tanned and unfinished leather, allowing for rich, uniform color application. You can easily mix shades to create custom tones, making it ideal for unique artistic projects. The included wool dauber ensures smooth, even application, simplifying the dyeing process for both beginners and experienced crafters. Imported from authorized US retailers, this dye offers a level of quality and durability often unmatched by local alternatives. **Who Should Use This Dye & Who Should Consider Alternatives** — This dye is perfect for DIY crafters, hobbyists, and small business owners in India looking to color vegetable-tanned or unfinished leather items like shoes, belts, bags, and furniture. It's ideal for those seeking a permanent, flexible, and colorfast finish with deep penetration. If you have chrome-tanned or finished leather, this dye may not adhere properly and could require a different product or extensive prep. Individuals sensitive to alcohol-based solvents should use with adequate ventilation and consider alternatives if irritation occurs. For very large projects, consider purchasing multiple bottles to ensure color consistency. ## How to use 1. Ensure your leather item is clean and free of any existing finishes, oils, or waxes. For best results, use Fiebing's Deglazer to remove any surface treatments and open the leather pores for optimal dye absorption. — Prepare the Leather 2. Shake the Fiebing's Red Leather Dye well. Apply a thin, even coat using the included wool dauber or a sponge. Work in a well-ventilated area. For deeper color, apply additional coats after the previous one has dried. — Apply the Dye 3. Let the dyed leather dry completely, which typically takes 20-30 minutes per coat. Once dry, buff gently with a soft cloth. For added protection and shine, apply a topcoat like Fiebing's Resolene. — Allow to Dry and Finish ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Key Ingredients | Alcohol, Dyes | | Allergens | May contain irritants; use with ventilation. | | Free From | Peeling, cracking, rubbing off (when dry) | | Directions | Prep leather with Fiebing's Deglazer. Apply dye evenly with wool dauber or sponge. Allow to dry completely. Apply Fiebing's Resolene topcoat for protection and shine. | | Frequency | As needed for desired color depth; typically one coat for light color, multiple for deep shades. | | Quantity per Application | Sufficient to achieve even coverage without pooling. | | Cost per use | 118 ml bottle at ~10 ml/project = ~12 projects: ₹127 per project | | Shelf life after opening | 24 months (typical for liquid dyes) | | Contraindications | Not recommended for finished or chrome-tanned leather without proper prep. Use with adequate ventilation due to alcohol base. | | Brand | Fiebing's | | Color | Red | | Form | Liquid Dye | | Material Compatibility | Vegetable-tanned, unfinished leather | | Base | Alcohol-based | | Size | 118 ml (4 Fl Oz) | | Dimensions | 5.79 cm x 13.21 cm x 4.70 cm (2" x 5" x 1.8") | | Weight | 0.14 kg (0.31 lbs) | | Included Accessories | Wool Dauber | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | ## Attributes - **Item form:** Liquid ## Frequently asked questions ### How to buy an original Fiebing's Red Leather Dye in India? Fiebing's Red Leather Dye is imported directly from authorized US retailers and factory-sealed. We ensure authenticity by sourcing exclusively from trusted US suppliers. All customs duties and GST are included in the listed price, and your order is shipped via ExpressBox with tracking, guaranteeing you receive a genuine product. ### What types of leather is this dye best suited for? This Fiebing's Red Leather Dye is best suited for vegetable-tanned and unfinished leather. Its alcohol-based formula allows for deep penetration into these porous materials, ensuring a permanent and flexible color finish that won't peel or crack. ### Is this dye safe for DIY crafters in India? Yes, this dye is generally safe for DIY crafters when used with proper ventilation due to its alcohol base. It's designed for a permanent, flexible finish that won't rub off. For best results and safety, always use in a well-ventilated area and consider wearing gloves. ### How long does the color last on leather projects? The color from Fiebing's Red Leather Dye is permanent and long-lasting. Once fully dry, it achieves a flexible finish that resists peeling, cracking, or rubbing off, ensuring your dyed leather items maintain their vibrant appearance over time with normal use. ### Can I use this dye on finished or chrome-tanned leather? This dye is primarily formulated for vegetable-tanned and unfinished leather. While it may adhere to some finished leathers with extensive prep (like using Fiebing's Deglazer), it is not ideal for chrome-tanned or heavily finished leathers, as the dye may not penetrate effectively and could rub off. ### What is included with the Fiebing's Red Leather Dye? The Fiebing's Red Leather Dye 4oz bottle includes a high-quality wool dauber applicator. This tool is designed to help you apply the dye smoothly and evenly across your leather projects, ensuring consistent color coverage. ### How does Fiebing's Red Leather Dye compare to local Indian leather dyes? Fiebing's Red Leather Dye offers superior deep penetration and a permanent, flexible finish that resists peeling and cracking, a hallmark of its professional-grade, alcohol-based formula. While local dyes may offer variety, Fiebing's provides a trusted, long-lasting colorfastness often sought by experienced crafters. ## Compliance No product-specific compliance warnings identified. Standard imported-goods terms apply: customs duties & GST paid; for personal use in India; follow the manufacturer's usage instructions on the packaging. ## Images 1. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-0.webp 2. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-3.webp 3. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-6.webp 4. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-9.webp 5. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-12.webp 6. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B00B76AX3K-15.webp --- Source: https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/fiebings-leather-dye-4oz-red-alcohol-based-penetrating-permanent/avh7046 Returns: 14 days, free pickup, full refund on genuine issues. Shipping: Free across India, 13-16 days. Prices are all-inclusive (duties + GST).