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Who owns PepsiCo, Inc., and which brands does it own?
Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026
Animal welfare record
PepsiCo has stated that it does not conduct or fund animal testing for food and beverage products or ingredients except when required by law to demonstrate safety or efficacy. PepsiCo pledged to PETA that it will not conduct or fund experiments on animals and has committed to communicating its opposition to animal testing to all entities with which it works. However, PepsiCo acknowledges that some ingredients in its products may be tested on animals, and the company purchases animal-derived ingredients (dairy, eggs) where it works with suppliers to improve animal welfare standards.Company's own statement
Brands owned by PepsiCo, Inc.
Sources
Supports: Gatorade is recorded as having PepsiCo, Inc. as its ultimate owner since 2001.
Wikipedia · Accessed 13 September 2026
- PepsiCo animal testing policy for food and beverage productsCompany's own statement
Supports: PepsiCo has stated that it does not conduct or fund animal testing for food and beverage products or ingredients except when required by law to demonstrate safety or efficacy. PepsiCo pledged to PETA that it will not conduct or fund experiments on animals and has committed to communicating its opposition to animal testing to all entities with which it works. However, PepsiCo acknowledges that some ingredients in its products may be tested on animals, and the company purchases animal-derived ingredients (dairy, eggs) where it works with suppliers to improve animal welfare standards.
PepsiCo Official · Accessed 13 September 2026