80 years of The Vegan Society

One of our most significant contributions to the vegan movement is the creation of the Vegan Trademark, which has become a trusted symbol for consumers worldwide. Over the past 35 years, the Vegan Trademark has played a pivotal role in helping brands bring innovative vegan-certified products to market, supporting both consumers and businesses in the vegan industry. Founded in 1990, the Vegan Trademark was created as a simple yet powerful tool to help consumers easily identify products that align with their values. The trademark has empowered shoppers to make informed choices, leading to increased accessibility of vegan products across the globe.  

Today, the Vegan Trademark is internationally recognised, surpassing over 70,000 product registrations across 68 countries. These products span a diverse range of sectors, including food and drink, cosmetics, toiletries, fashion, homeware, raw materials and more. From multinational giants like Alpro, ASDA, and Burger King to trailblazing start-ups, the Vegan Trademark collaborates with businesses of all sizes to ensure the highest standards of vegan certification. Notable partners include well-known brands such as LUSH, Quorn, Wagamama, and the society’s longest-running trademark holder, Bio-D, which has been certified since the Vegan Trademark’s inception.