Meridian Trade Brand Definitions
Our Core Values
Innovation and Sustainability: We champion creative solutions and ethical decisions that demonstrate genuine care for people, trade partners, and the planet.
Trust and Authenticity: We foster strong connections through openness, dedication, purpose, and expertise.
Integrity and Responsibility: We cherish the input and teamwork of our partners, operating with transparency and diligence in all our actions.
To better serve our clients, we aim to raise awareness about the foundational principles of our brand. Please review the definitions below, as they are vital to our internal communication and operations.
Meridian Trade Brand Definitions
Chemical
Every ingredient worldwide qualifies as a chemical (including water!)
Organic
USDA Certified Organic ingredient or product
Organic, Certified - Oregon Tilth, NSF 305
Natural
Derived from plants or animals, maintaining its original molecular structure without chemical alteration
Carrier oils, essential oils, powders, butters, waxes, ferments
Naturally Derived
Plant or animal derivatives with newly formed molecular structures
Many surfactants, many emulsifiers, some preservatives
Nature-Identical Synthetic Ingredients
Lab-created or processed to replicate the molecular structure of naturally occurring chemicals
Many vitamins, many minerals, many actives
Synthetic Ingredients
Not nature-identical
Dimethicone, silicone, etc.
Sustainability
The intentional sourcing and production of products that preserve the environment for future generations.
Sustainability is an ongoing commitment and process to reduce our environmental impact annually.
Vegan
Products free from honey, beeswax, goat milk, silk peptides, lanolin, or any other animal byproducts.
Since the FDA and FTC do not regulate certain terms, yet legal action can still arise under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act for misleading claims, it’s crucial to define how we interpret these terms and share our definitions with you. If you serve your own customers, ensure you clearly define your terms and claims to maintain transparency.