Yes — SOS scores 82/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 2 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | unverified | No third-party cruelty-free certification found on the products we track. |
| Vegan options | verified | Certified vegan products appear in this brand's range. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 4 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | USDA Organic, Fair Trade, Vegan, Non-GMO |
Scored with our public methodology.
SOS offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Food & Nutrition, with an average ethics score of 82/10 and recurring certifications including USDA Organic, Fair Trade, Vegan.
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We currently track 1 SOS product across Food & Nutrition. Each one is scored 0–100 on ethics using the certifications, ingredient and material disclosures, packaging claims and sourcing information attached to its listing.
Across the scored range, SOS averages 82/100, with individual products between 82 and 82. The average describes only the products we have scored — it is not a verdict on every product the company sells.
The highest-scoring SOS listing in our catalogue is SOS Organic Sun-Dried Tomato & Chili Pesto (3-Pack) – Worker-Owned Cooperative, Fair Trade, Vegan at 82/100, shown in the range table below with the rest of the line-up.
The following credentials appear on SOS's listings or brand profile in our database: USDA Organic, Fair Trade, Vegan, Non-GMO. A certification is recorded when it appears on a product listing or the brand's published materials; we do not independently audit certificate scope, so confirm current status in the scheme's own directory before relying on it.
Verified credentials appearing across SOS's product range.
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
Where SOS shows up across our directory.
Strengths mentioned most often across SOS's products.
"Worker-owned cooperative; organic farming in Southern Italy; FSC-certified packaging; glass jars (infinitely recyclable); carbon-neutral shipping. Regenerative soil practices used for tomatoes."
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A bold, sun-dried tomato & chili pesto from an Italian worker-owned cooperative. Each batch uses organic tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil, and chili from small-scale farms in Southern Italy. The 3-pack is ideal for office kitchens, home cooks, or as a gift set — delivering fair wages, zero synthetic additives, and a standout affiliate-value bundle ($39.99).
"SOS's pesto is a shining example of how a worker cooperative can deliver top-tier flavor while uplifting farmers. The organic certification is the cherry on top."
SOS Organic Sun-Dried Tomato & Chili Pesto (3-Pack) – Worker-Owned Cooperative, Fair Trade, Vegan"We tested this in our office kitchen and it was gone in a day. The chili kick is perfect for a mid-afternoon pasta snack. Highly recommend for ethical foodies."
SOS Organic Sun-Dried Tomato & Chili Pesto (3-Pack) – Worker-Owned Cooperative, Fair Trade, Vegan"I bought this for our team pantry and everyone loved it. Great on crusty bread. The cooperative story is a bonus. Will repurchase."
SOS Organic Sun-Dried Tomato & Chili Pesto (3-Pack) – Worker-Owned Cooperative, Fair Trade, VeganNo EthiCompare member reviews yet — open any product to write the first one.
We have no cruelty-free certification on file for SOS's scored products. Absence of a certification is not proof of animal testing, but it does mean nothing independent has been verified.
SOS averages 82/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
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