Is Quince ethical and cruelty-free?

82/100 EthiCompare ethics score

Yes — Quince scores 82/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 1 of 4 ethics signals verified.

Quince offers affordable, high-quality wardrobe basics with a strong ethical foundation, including OEKO-TEX and Global Recycled Standard certifications, and a transparent supply chain that prioritizes sustainability and fair labor practices.

The evidence, signal by signal

Cruelty-freeflagged

Quince does not test its products on animals.

Vegan optionsunverified

Quince offers vegan products but does not have a dedicated vegan line; check product materials.

Sells in mainland Chinaflagged

Selling through mainland Chinese retail has historically triggered post-market animal testing.

Third-party certifiedverified

We record 2 distinct certifications across this brand's products.

Public pledges: Quince pledges to use eco-friendly materials, reduce waste, offset carbon, and publish transparent pricing.

Scored with our public methodology. Profile last updated 2026-08-31.

Quince products we score

Classic 10mm Silk Scarf
82Excellent
OEKO-TEXGlobal Recycled Standard
4.9 (1,850)

A 100% mulberry silk scarf produced in audited factories, offering high-end luxury without the traditional retail markup.

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Is Quince ethical? FAQs

Is Quince cruelty-free?+

Quince does not test its products on animals.

Does Quince have vegan products?+

Quince offers vegan products but does not have a dedicated vegan line; check product materials.

Does Quince sell in mainland China?+

Selling through mainland Chinese retail has historically triggered post-market animal testing.

What is Quince's ethics score?+

Quince averages 82/100 across 1 product we score on certifications, sourcing, labour, packaging and transparency.

What are the best alternatives to Quince?+

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