Certified Vegan
Vegan Action / Vegan Awareness Foundation
Signifies that products are vegan, defined as containing no animal ingredients or by-products, using no animal ingredients or by-products in the manufacturing process, and not tested on animals by any company or independent contractor.
Over 15,000+ products have earned this program worldwide.
Key Strengths
- Most trusted and best-recognized vegan logo after 25+ years in the market
- Globally distributed and recognized trademark
- Covers no animal ingredients, no animal by-products, and no animal testing
- Over 15,000 certified products across 1,500+ companies
- Issued by a 501(c)3 nonprofit with mission-driven credibility
- Helps brands reach vegan and plant-based consumers without reliance on ingredient-list scrutiny
Ideal For
This certification is best suited for companies manufacturing or selling food, beverages, cosmetics, personal care products, or household goods who want to credibly signal to vegan consumers that their products meet strict vegan standards. It is particularly valuable for brands targeting health-conscious, animal-welfare-focused, or environmentally motivated shoppers in competitive retail markets.
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Program WebsiteVegan Action / Vegan Awareness FoundationLast verified Mar 11, 2026