California Certified Organic Farmers

CCOF offers one of the most recognized and trusted seals in the organic industry and full use of the USDA seal. CCOF promotes and supports organic food and agriculture through a premier organic certification program, trade support, producer and consumer education and political advocacy. From apples to zucchini, from almonds to wine, CCOF is involved in every facet of organics, with over 1,300 different organic crops and products. www.ccof.org (See PDF of our CCOF Certification  and CCOF Organic Client Profile and Organic Food Processor Registration and Processed Product Registration)

Certified Vegan

The Logo is a registered trademark, for products that do not contain animal products and that have not been tested on animals. Veganism, the natural extension of vegetarianism, is an integral component of a cruelty-free lifestyle. Living vegan provides numerous benefits to animals' lives, to the environment, and to our own health–through a healthy diet and lifestyle. http://www.vegan.org (See PDF of our Vegan Certification.)

Natural Ingredients Truth in Labeling Pledge

In order to display the Natural Ingredient Resource Center "Truth in Labeling" Pledge Seal, or to be able to have your listing on this website, participants must voluntarily pledge to follow the NIRC Criteria for labeling natural ingredients and products. www.naturalingredient.org/pledge.htm

Certified Pass 4 Kids

To enlighten the nation with the necessary information to avoid dangerous ingredients in our food supply, using knowledge to help protect our future generations from preventable forms of diseases like obesity, cancer, and diabetes. The purpose of The PASS Foundation is to educate families on the effects of what they eat and drink. Physical and nutritional education is vital to the health of a growing child. Today, childhood obesity, cancer and diabetes are at the forefront of the health awareness movement, yet products with questionable nutritional value are still being promoted to children and parents. www.passforkids.org

All Sacred Chocolate is stone ground under 115 degrees Fahrenheit.   Ingredients may be subject to temperatures above 115 degrees before entering the United States in order to comply with State and Federal Laws, safe food handling & manufacturing practices, and ensure proper elimination of bacteria, mold, fungi, yeast, and other foodborne pathogens.  Sacred Chocolate's primary concern is to maximize nutrition while at the same time maximizing food safety.