What is Hive Brands All About?
Hive Brands is on a mission to fill homes with products that are safer, great tasting, hard working, and sustainable. Instead of spending hours digging through labels or hunting for better alternatives, Hive does the heavy lifting for you. Their secret? The Hive Five criteria — a set of standards that every brand must meet to be part of their collection. If it’s on Hive, it’s passed the test. Simple as that.
The Main Benefit: Why Hive Stands Out
Here’s the deal: Hive only certifies brands that meet at least three of their Hive Five criteria. That means every product you find there is a safer, more sustainable, and all-around better choice. Check out some key facts:
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- Hive Five criteria ensure ingredient integrity, responsible production, clean packaging, leading change, and rave-worthy products
- B Corp score of 102.4, reflecting strong commitment to social and environmental performance
Meet the Hive Five: The Heart of Hive’s Certification
The Hive Five is where the magic happens. It’s a thorough look at every product and brand, focusing on what truly matters. From ingredient safety to worker welfare, each criterion is designed to make sure products aren’t just good — they’re better for people and the planet. It’s a checklist that covers everything from non-toxic ingredients to fair trade sourcing, and from environmental impact to social good.
Ingredient Integrity: What Goes Into the Products
Hive digs deep into what’s inside every product. Are the ingredients safe for humans and the environment? Are they sustainably sourced, organic, or regenerative? Ethical procurement through fair or direct trade, or local sourcing, is a must. This means you’re not just getting a product that works — you’re supporting a system that respects the planet and its people.
Responsible Production and Clean Packaging
It’s not just about what’s inside, but how it’s made and packaged. Hive checks if products are tested for contaminants like heavy metals or pesticide residues and if manufacturing avoids allergens or contamination. Brands must actively reduce their environmental footprint — think renewable energy, waste minimization, and emissions offsetting. Packaging? It’s gotta be plastic-free or made with recycled, bio-based, non-toxic materials. Plus, recyclability or compostability through curbside programs is key. If plastic is involved, it’s offset through a Plastic Neutral program.
Project Impact: Aligning with Global Goals
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being — by ensuring safe, non-toxic products
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth — through fair worker compensation and safe working conditions
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production — via sustainable sourcing and clean packaging
- SDG 13: Climate Action — by reducing environmental footprints and offsetting emissions
- SDG 15: Life on Land — supporting regenerative agriculture and ethical sourcing
Leading Change and Rave-Worthy Products
Hive Brands isn’t just about products — it’s about pushing the whole industry forward. Brands in the Hive family give back to communities through volunteerism, donations, and inclusive hiring. They’re involved in campaigns to change industry standards through policy and innovation. And of course, every product has to deliver — taste great, work well, and live up to the hype. Because what’s the point if it doesn’t?
