This national publication has been approved for sulfuric acid ash in leather, sulfuric acid, and non-aqueous ash removal method. This method can be used for various kinds of leather. If the leather contains organic metal compounds (such as silicone), this method is definitely not possible.
BS EN ISO 4047:1998 history
2010BS EN ISO 20869:2010 Footwear - Test methods for outsoles, insoles, lining and insocks - Water soluble content
1999BS EN 12748:1999 Footwear - Test Methods for Outsoles, Insoles, Lining and Insocks - Water Soluble Content
1974BS 1309:1974 Methods of sampling and chemical testing of leather