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Who owns The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC), and which brands does it own?

Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026

Animal welfare record

Unilever, the ultimate owner via minority stake in TMICC, has stated that it does not test on animals and does not believe animal testing is necessary for product safety. Unilever is recognized by PETA as a 'company working for regulatory change' on animal testing alternatives. The company supports a global ban on animal testing for cosmetics and signed PETA US' statement of assurance pledging never to test on animals.Company's own statement

The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC) is itself owned by Unilever PLC.

Brands owned by The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC)

Magnum Vegan

Vegan ice cream bar range with multiple plant-based flavours, part of the Magnum brand. Features dairy-free ice cream cores made with soy protein (reformulated 2025) or pea protein, coated in vegan chocolate.

VeganNot cruelty-freeSells animal products

Last verified 13 September 2026

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TMICC spin-off completion December 2025, corporate structure, market positionOfficial registry
Supports: Magnum Vegan is recorded as having The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. (TMICC) as its parent since 2025.
Wikipedia · Accessed 13 September 2026
Unilever's position on animal testing, non-animal safety approachesCompany's own statement
Supports: Unilever, the ultimate owner via minority stake in TMICC, has stated that it does not test on animals and does not believe animal testing is necessary for product safety. Unilever is recognized by PETA as a 'company working for regulatory change' on animal testing alternatives. The company supports a global ban on animal testing for cosmetics and signed PETA US' statement of assurance pledging never to test on animals.
Unilever official · Accessed 13 September 2026

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