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VGAN

Oslo, Oslo

VGAN is a natural products brand from Oslo, Oslo with 4 products on Beacon Discovery, mostly shelf stable candy. 4 are Certified Vegan and 3 Certified Organic, and its range is distributed by UNFI and KeHE.

The VGAN brand was created in 2019 most importantly – we make really delicious chocolate! It´s made with premium ingredients, and is organic, GMO-free and obviously plant based. Through superior taste, exceptional quality, and mainstream availability our aim from the start has been to nudge the consumption of sweets towards products with a significantly better global footprint. At VGAN CHOCOLATE, our foundation lies in a commitment to sustainability, anchored by our use of plant-based ingredients. We pride ourselves on being advocates for environmental preservation, actively contributing to the reduction of the ecological footprint associated with traditional chocolate production. VGAN CHOCOLATE's commitment to organic and all-natural ingredients free from GMOs and synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. This not only supports the health of consumers but also the health of the planet. Organic farming practices employed by our suppliers enhance soil fertility and biodiversity, contributing to sustainable agricultural landscapes and reduced carbon emissions. VGAN is deepening its collaboration with ingredient suppliers to enhance farmworker conditions. By introducing an incentive program, VGAN rewards farms that pay fair wages. By choosing exclusively plant-based ingredients we directly contribute to a reduction in animal farming, and its associated ethical concerns. VGAN CHOCOLATE's approach not only benefits the environment and consumer health but also aligns with ethical practices that honor the welfare of animals, showcasing a holistic commitment to positive impact. To emphasize this commitment VGAN is collaborating with US Animal Welfare organization Mercy For Animals. Through marketing efforts VGAN CHOCOLATE promotes an active, adventurous "free-range" lifestyle. The brand holds action sports close to its ethos; encouraging playful engagement, risk assessment, and an appreciation for the outdoors. These activities play a vital role in personal development, particularly for children, by enhancing creativity, building confidence, and cultivating a lifelong affinity for physical activity.

What does VGAN make?

Which certifications does VGAN hold?

  • Certified Vegan 4 of 4
  • Certified Organic 3 of 4

Diets its products meet: Gluten-Free (4), Vegan (4), Vegetarian (4), Low FODMAP (3), Organic (3) and Paleo (1).

HowGood sustainability estimates

3 of VGAN's food and beverage products have a HowGood estimate: 3 Good.

Wholesale and distribution

Distributors: UNFI and KeHE.

Distribution regions: Central, East, North East, South East and West.

Which Informa shows has VGAN exhibited at?

  • Expo West 2027
  • Expo West 2026, booth N1752 North Hall Level 200
  • Expo West 2025, booth 1425

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