Vegetarian Certification
Get Your Products Vegetarian Society Approved
Certify Your Products. Build Trust. Unlock Growth
Join hundreds of brands displaying our Vegetarian Society Approved trademark on thousands of products to stand out on shelf and expand into new markets.
The Vegetarian Society Approved trademark helps people quickly identify products that meet our strict vegetarian criteria.
For over 175 years, we’ve been supporting people to live vegetarian lifestyles. Today, the Vegetarian Approved trademark is used by businesses around the world to provide reassurance, transparency and clarity.
Whether you’re launching a new product or growing an established range, certification helps:
- Consumers make informed choices quickly
- Retailers confidently stock compliant products
- Brands demonstrate transparency and integrity
Why Get Certified
Get Retail Ready
Meet buyer expectations with clear, trusted certification that supports listings and strengthens retail conversations.
Stand out in the supermarket
Stand out in crowded categories with instantly recognisable certification that helps shoppers choose your product, fast.
Turn Trust Into Sales
Independent verification gives consumers confidence at the point of purchase, helping convert interest into action.
Get Seen by the Right Audience
Benefit from promotional activity designed to raise your profile with engaged vegetarian and plant-based consumers.
Grow With the Category
Be part of a movement driving demand for vegetarian and plant-based products, helping expand the market your brand operates in.
Scale Beyond the UK
Use a widely registered, globally recognised trademark to support export conversations and grow your presence in international markets.
UK leader with global reach
As the UK’s leading vegetarian certification body, we’ve built a reputation for trust, rigour, and clarity. Today, that foundation supports brands far beyond the UK.
Our trademarks are probably registered in more countries than any other vegetarian certification, providing strong protection and recognition across international markets. Combined with our global network of partners, we help you move from local success to global growth with confidence.
VEGETARIAN CERTIFICATION CRITERIA
– Contains no ingredient made from animal body parts
– Only free-range eggs are used
– Measures in place to avoid cross-contamination during production
– GMO-free
– No animal testing carried out or commissioned
Brands proudly carrying our Vegetarian certification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the difference between vegetarian and vegan certification?
A: Vegetarian products may include dairy, eggs, or honey, while vegan products exclude all animal-derived ingredients.
Q: How long does certification take?
Typically four to six, depending on complexity.
Q: How much does it cost
A: It depends on the number of products certified and turnover but it may be less than you think
Q: Can my products gain more than one certification?
A: Yes. We also offer Vegan certification and Plant Based certification. You can gain all three trusted trademarks within one process and price.
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