Sri Lanka Makes SLS Certification Mandatory for Sanitary Napkins from 8 October 2026

Sunchine Quality Control Technology Service Co., Ltd (Sunchine Inspection) wishes to inform manufacturers, exporters, importers, distributors, and brand owners that, under new regulations issued by the Sri Lanka Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), the SLS Certification Mark will become mandatory for all sanitary napkins marketed in Sri Lanka effective 8 October 2026.

Issued under Section 12(2) of the Consumer Affairs Authority Act No. 9 of 2003, the regulation applies to both locally manufactured and imported products, including:

Regular disposable sanitary napkins (SLS 1732)
Disposable ultra-thin/slim sanitary napkins (SLS 1748)

From the enforcement date, only products certified by the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) and bearing the SLS Certification Mark will be legally imported, distributed, or sold in Sri Lanka.

Key Certification Requirements

Manufacturers must:

✔Establish and maintain an effective Quality Management System (QMS).

✔Submit required product and company documentation.

✔Successfully complete factory audits and product testing.

✔Obtain approval from the SLSI Licensing Committee before certification is granted.

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Products without the mandatory SLS Certification Mark may face:

Customs detention and import clearance delays.
Restrictions on sale and distribution within Sri Lanka.
Product withdrawal from the market.
Regulatory penalties and increased compliance costs.
Loss of market access and reputational damage.
How Sunchine Inspection Can Assist

Sunchine Inspection provides comprehensive support for manufacturers seeking SLS certification, including:

Compliance assessments and gap analysis.
Certification application and documentation support.
Quality management system review.
Coordination of laboratory testing.
Audit preparation and technical guidance.
End-to-end certification project management.

Manufacturers and exporters targeting the Sri Lankan market are strongly encouraged to begin the certification process early to ensure compliance before the 8 October 2026 implementation deadline.

For professional assistance with SLS certification and market access requirements, contact Sunchine Inspection.