Carat Global Assurance streamlines the Vegan (V-Label) certification with clear standards and sector expertise. Help your brand gain trust and meet global vegan demands.
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Vegan Certification Overview
Whether driven by ethics, allergies, or clean eating preferences, there is a significantly rising demand among today’s consumers for vegan certified products to ensure their diet is free from animal ingredients, by-products, and animal testing.
CGA Vegan (V-Label) Certification:
- Confirms your products meet internationally recognized vegan standards.
- Verifies the absence of animal-derived inputs or cross-contamination.
- Opens doors to ethical retail and e-commerce channels.
- Builds consumer confidence with transparent, verified claims.
Core Vegan (V-Label) Certification Requirements
| Requirement | Key Details | ||
| Ingredient Assessment | All raw materials screened for animal-derived substances. | ||
| Supplier Verification | COAs, declarations, and controls to confirm vegan compliance. | ||
| Cross-Contamination Control | Dedicated lines or validated cleaning protocols in mixed facilities. | ||
| Packaging Review | Ensure no use of animal-based glues, inks, or hidden additives. | ||
| Product Testing (If Needed) | Spot testing for contaminants or undeclared substances. | ||
| Labeling Requirements | Claims must meet standards for ethical and regulatory accuracy. | ||
| Training & Awareness | Annual staff training on vegan principles, risks, and processes. | ||
| Audit & Compliance | Internal audits, documentation control, and corrective action tracking. |
Why Choose CGA for V-Label Certification
Category Expertise
Our unicorn auditors know the ins and outs of vegan compliance across food, beverage, cosmetics, supplements, and personal care sectors.
No-Fuss Scheduling
We align with your production cycles to reduce downtime and maximize operational efficiency.
Integrated audits
Bundle Vegan certification with Halal, Gluten-Free, or GMP audits—one inspection, multiple certificates.
5-Step Vegan (V-Label) Certification Process
- Gap Assessment – We’ll evaluate your facility, ingredients, and systems for vegan-readiness.
- Program Development – Our team helps you build SOPs, supplier checks, and labeling strategies tailored to vegan compliance.
- Pre-Certification (Optional) – Run a dry audit to identify and resolve issues before the actual audit takes place.
- On-Site Audit – Our experienced auditors perform a full system and facility review, including documentation checks.
- Approval & Certificate Issuance – Address any findings, finalize compliance, and earn your Vegan (v-label) certificate and logo.
Bundle & Save with Multi-Certification Audits
CGA offers combined audit programs so you can certify faster, more cost-effectively:
- Vegan (V-Label) certification
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SQF Certification Strengthen overall food safety and earn GFSI recognition.
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Halal Certification Expand into Muslim-majority and specialty markets.
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Non-GMO Verification Meet the needs of clean-label shoppers in one visit.
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GMP Certification Strengthen your operational credibility with Good Manufacturing Practices compliance.
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Gluten-Free Certification Serve allergen-sensitive and specialty diet consumers with confidence.
Benefits of Vegan (V-Label) Certification
Access Ethical Markets – More retailers are requiring verified vegan claims. Certification clears the path to target a growing audience.
Boost Brand Credibility – Clearly labeled, independently verified v-labeled products resonate with today’s mindful shopper.
Minimize Risk – Prevent mislabeling, consumer complaints, and legal exposure with third-party oversight.
Drive Operational Gains – V-Label Certification will strengthen overall traceability and quality assurance protocols.
Partner with CGA Today
With CGA, you gain a strategic compliance partner for all your certification requirements. Let us help you meet ethical expectations, grow trust with consumers, and streamline your certification needs in one go.
If you’re interested in learning more about CGA’s V-Label program or are ready to get started, reach out to discuss tailored solutions or request a custom quote.