Glossary · Regulation & Compliance
What Is Vegan Certification?
Vegan certification is third-party confirmation that a cosmetic contains no animal-derived ingredients and has not been tested on animals, verified through the supply chain down to raw materials. It is distinct from cruelty-free certification, though many schemes cover both, and it concerns formulation inputs rather than marketing intent.
Why it matters when you source
Vegan status lives or dies at raw material level: glycerin, stearic acid and some surfactants can be animal- or plant-derived. Ask your factory to document the origin of those inputs before committing to a vegan claim, because reformulating later means repeating stability and preservation work.
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