Our Story

AI Topper is a third generation family business, employing over 220 people at key locations across all major hide and skin producing regions in Australia.

Founded in 1954 as a merchant trader, AI Topper & Co has grown to become one of Australia’s most respected producers, processors and exporters of semi-processed and finished hides, skins and leathers exported to markets across the world.

Our Products

  • Drumsalted cattle hides
  • Wetblue cattle hides
  • Wetblue splits
  • Pickle/wetblue hide grains
  • Kangaroo skins and finished leather
  • Deerskins
  • Goatskins

We are able to supply other skins from time to time subject to availability

Our Values

  • Consistent supply of the highest quality Australian hides, skins and leathers
  • Environmentally clean, safe and sustainable production
  • A valued employer and community member in regional Australia
  • Sourcing with responsible animal welfare objectives

AI Topper is a key contributor to The Australian Hide, Skin and Leather Exporters Association’s Sustainability Framework which makes clear our commitment to strengthening economic, social, and environmental performance including these focus areas:

  • Environmental impact – greenhouse gas emissions, chemical management, water use, and waste reduction
  • People and community – health and safety, workforce development, labour rights, and local communities
  • Economic resilience – market access, profitability, and climate resilience
  • Value chain innovation – traceability, animal welfare, biodiversity, deforestation reduction, and fostering collaboration

For further information visit Australian Hide, Skin and Leather Exporters Association – AHSLEA

Our Locations

AI Topper has a substantial network of processing facilities in all major hide and skin producing regions.

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