Understanding Zeta badges
Learn how we award halal, kosher, vegan, and wudu-friendly badges—and what to do if you spot mistakes.
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Halal verified
- No porcine or alcohol derivatives
- Certified slaughter or documented synthetic source
- Manufacturing line audit every 12 months
Note: Source documents are reviewed by our scholar council before the badge appears.
Kosher friendly
- Hechsher from recognized authority or matching ingredient list
- No shared equipment without kashering proof
Note: Applies to packaged foods only; fresh goods require regional guidance.
Vegan / cruelty-free
- No animal-derived ingredients including beeswax or carmine
- Supplier attestation of no animal testing after 2013
Note: We cross-check with Leaping Bunny and brand documentation.
Wudu friendly
- Breathable formulation (water permeability > 6 g/m²/h)
- No impermeable silicone layers on ablution areas
Note: Requires third-party lab permeability tests or FDA/EMA data.
When badges disappear
If we cannot re-verify certificates or ingredient lists shift, the badge enters a “Pending review” state. You will see a grey outline with the last review date. Brands and community members can upload additional proof to restore the badge.
FAQ
Common questions
How do I request a badge review?›
From the scan details, tap “Report badge issue” and upload certificates or lab tests. Our moderation team responds within 48 hours.
Why was a badge removed?›
Badges can expire if certification lapses, ingredient lists change, or a conflicting community report is confirmed.
Can brands buy badges?›
No. Brands may submit documentation but cannot pay for placement. Every change is logged and voted on by our independence council.
Need a badge audit?
Our compliance stewards can review within 24h.
Submit documentation via the app or email research@zeta.app with the product link and proof.