Is Seventh Generation sustainable?

Broadly yes — Seventh Generation averages 83.5/100 on EthiCompare, and its packaging, sourcing and certification record hold up better than most brands we track. Aiming for 100% recyclable/compostable packaging and zero waste by 2030.

We read sustainability as verifiable practice, not marketing: third-party certification, packaging design, sourcing disclosure and published, dated targets. Claims without evidence score as unverified.

The evidence behind the answer

Cruelty-freeverified

Leaping Bunny certified; no animal testing conducted by the company or ingredient suppliers.

Third-party certifiedverified

We record 5 distinct certifications across this brand's products.

Scored with our public methodology.

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Seventh Generation: frequently asked

Is Seventh Generation sustainable?+

Broadly yes — Seventh Generation averages 83.5/100 on EthiCompare, and its packaging, sourcing and certification record hold up better than most brands we track. Aiming for 100% recyclable/compostable packaging and zero waste by 2030.

Seventh Generation: Cruelty-free?+

Leaping Bunny certified; no animal testing conducted by the company or ingredient suppliers.

Seventh Generation: Vegan options?+

Almost entirely vegan; all dish soaps are 100% plant-based and cruelty-free.

Seventh Generation: Sells in mainland China?+

The brand does not sell through channels that require mainland China post-market testing.

Seventh Generation: Third-party certified?+

We record 5 distinct certifications across this brand's products.

What is Seventh Generation's ethics score?+

Seventh Generation averages 83.5/100 across 2 products we score on certifications, sourcing, labour, packaging and transparency.