Tests on animals, or sells where it's required.
Owned by Kering. Listed by PETA as a company that tests on animals. Kering phased out fur across its fashion houses, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen and Bottega Veneta, from autumn 2022. It still uses exotic skins such as python and crocodile, plus leather, wool, silk and cashmere, under its own internal animal welfare standards.
Does Balenciaga test on animals?
Yes, or it sells where animal testing is required. Balenciaga is owned by Kering. The sources are below. See every company that tests on animals.
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- Owner
- Kering
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PETA: lists Balenciaga as a company that tests on animals · Kering: its animal welfare page
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