Is CBD Vegan? A Vegan’s Guide to CBD Products
- All About CBD
- Developer Crosby
- 05/29/2020


At KY’s Best Hemp, we understand that your dietary restrictions may require additional research when looking to purchase a CBD product. That’s why we put together a vegan’s guide to CBD products to make things easier for you. CBD itself is vegan, but there are some product variants that may not be and you should keep an eye out for them. This guide will cover CBD oils, CBD topicals, CBD edibles, and whether or not these products are vegan-friendly.
Is CBD Oil Vegan-Friendly?
Most CBD oils are vegan-friendly. CBD is a component of the hemp plant, and the oils are made through hemp extraction. So, CBD at its core is vegan friendly. CBD oil is produced by mixing the extracted CBD compounds with a carrier oil, such as MCT coconut oil. It can then be flavored using a variety of flavorings. For your safety, Kentucky’s Best Hemp only uses food-grade essential oils, most of which are vegan-friendly. Our flavors natural, cinnamon, and mint are all vegan options. We do have a natural honey-flavored CBD oil, which you may want to avoid if you exclude honey from your diet.
Are CBD capsules or Gel Caps Vegan?
If you are vegan, CBD capsules are a product you may want to stay clear of. The oil inside is vegan, but most capsules themselves will be made of gelatin. If you are a vegan, you may want to stick with bottled CBD oils to best maintain your diet. If CBD capsules become your primary choice, you may have to look for specialized products that are harder to find and come by.
Are CBD Gummies and Other CBD Edibles Vegan?
What About CBD Topicals?
The Summarized guide to CBD for vegans
- CBD Oils – Typically vegan-friendly. Be sure to check what carrier oil used, and if the flavor is vegan-friendly if you’re not sure.
- CBD Edibles – Less often vegan-friendly. You definitely want to check each product you browse to ensure it uses vegan ingredients.
- CBD Topicals – Typically vegan-friendly. But you also want to check that the supplier does not test on animals and that they do not use animal byproducts!
- Animal Testing – A lot of folks don’t think of this. But it is a possibility, so ask!