Animal-Derived Ingredient Sourcing
How brands ethically source any animal-derived ingredients they use
What We Look For
- Ethical sourcing standards for animal-derived ingredients
- Animal welfare certifications and auditing
- Traceability and transparency in animal ingredient sourcing
- Support for higher welfare and regenerative practices
- Transition planning toward plant-based alternatives
How We Score This Criterion
Brands receive higher scores when they demonstrate comprehensive, verified action in this area. We look for:
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Comprehensive animal welfare standards and enforcement
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Third-party animal welfare certifications and auditing
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Full traceability for animal-derived ingredients
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Support for regenerative and high-welfare farming
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Clear transition planning toward plant-based alternatives
Evidence Sources We Use
We only score based on verifiable, public evidence. For this criterion, we look at:
Animal welfare standards and sourcing policies
Third-party animal welfare certifications
Ingredient traceability and sourcing documentation
Regenerative farming partnership agreements
Plant-based alternative development and transition plans
See This Criterion in Action
Want to see how brands score on animal-derived ingredient sourcing? Explore our brand database to see real assessments and evidence.