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.