Vegan Certification
Independent verification that a product contains no animal-derived ingredients.
What it is
A third-party mark — most commonly The Vegan Society's sunflower trademark, Vegan Action's Certified Vegan logo, or PETA's Vegan mark — confirming a product is free of meat, dairy, eggs, honey, beeswax, lanolin, carmine, gelatin, silk and other animal-sourced substances. Vegan certification covers ingredients only, not animal testing.
How it's verified
Brands submit full ingredient lists, supplier declarations, and manufacturing process documentation. The Vegan Society audits ingredient origins and re-licenses annually. Vegan Action checks for cross-contamination protocols on shared production lines.
What to look for
The Vegan Society trademark (sunflower with 'Vegan' wordmark), Vegan Action's Certified Vegan logo, or the PETA Vegan bunny mark. All three require ingredient verification by a third party.
Watch out for
'Plant-based' is a marketing term — not a certified claim. A product can call itself plant-based while containing dairy or honey. Self-declared 'vegan' without a third-party logo is not verified.
What it doesn't cover
Vegan certification says nothing about animal testing (look for Leaping Bunny separately), labour conditions, environmental impact, or whether the product is organic.
Top Vegan-certified products
The highest-scoring products in our database that carry Vegan certification.
Ethical Consumer
The Ethical Consumer Guide: Simple ways to save the planet
An essential UK-focused manual for sustainable living, printed on 100% recycled paper using vegetable-based inks.
Form Nutrition
Form Nutrition Super Medley
A premium, plant-based multivitamin and antioxidant supplement designed specifically for active individuals, featuring clinically proven ingredients in plastic-free packaging.
Natural Earth Paint
Natural Earth Paint Kit - Children's Earth Paint (6 Colors)
A 100% non-toxic, vegan, and plastic-free paint kit made from natural earth pigments and organic corn starch.
Ocean Plastic Pots
Ocean Plastic Plant Pot
An award-winning plant pot made in Scotland from 100% recycled discarded fishing nets and ropes, designed to tackle marine plastic pollution.
An ultra-soft, breathable vegan duvet made from sustainable bamboo and recycled microfibre, offering superior temperature regulation without the use of feathers or down.
Bamboo Clothing (BAM)
BAM Bamboo Fitness Mat
A high-performance, eco-friendly yoga and fitness mat made from sustainable bamboo charcoal and TPE, offering superior grip and natural antimicrobial properties.
A revolutionary vegan-friendly notebook made from sun-dried grass fibers and recycled paper, reducing water consumption and chemical use in the manufacturing process.
A high-performance, waterproof vegan backpack crafted from premium hemp fibers and organic cotton. Designed for durability and minimal environmental footprint, it offers a stylish, plastic-free alternative to traditional synthetic bags.
A warming organic blend of turmeric, ginger, and galangal designed to support physical activity and wellbeing.
Frequently asked
Is vegan the same as cruelty-free?+
No. Vegan refers to ingredients (no animal substances). Cruelty-free refers to testing (no animal experiments). A product can be one without the other — look for both certifications if both matter to you.
Are all natural ingredients vegan?+
No. Honey, beeswax, lanolin (wool wax), carmine (crushed beetles), shellac (lac insects), tallow, gelatin, casein and whey are all natural and all animal-derived. Vegan certification flags them.