GP Certified proudly announces the launch of GP Labs, Sri Lanka’s first and only dedicated plastic testing facility, designed to bring scientific precision and international quality standards to the country’s growing plastic recycling and polymer manufacturing sectors.

With plastic waste and sustainability becoming global concerns, Sri Lanka’s recycling sector has often faced the challenge of the lack of scientific validation for recycled plastic. GP Labs directly addresses this gap by offering comprehensive testing for both recycled and virgin plastics, enabling recyclers, manufacturers, and FMCG brands to ensure their products meet the highest standards in quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Located close to Colombo, GP Labs offers an extensive range of plastic testing services across general, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties. This includes tests such as tensile strength (ASTM D638), melt flow rate (ISO 1133), ash content, color analysis, and oxidation induction time. The lab is fully equipped to evaluate common plastic types like PET, HDPE, LDPE, PP, PVC, and PS in various forms including pellets, flakes, and finished goods.

In addition to plastics testing, GP Labs also provides environmental monitoring services, including indoor air quality and water testing for production facilities which is an important feature for manufacturers committed to safe, compliant, and sustainable operations.

The lab offers several flexible service models:

• GP Test Assay: A full-spectrum test package for recycled plastics
• Individual Testing: Customised testing based on material type or need
• Environmental Monitoring: Testing for air, water, and emissions in industrial environments
• Custom Services: Tailored solutions for R&D and new polymer innovation

With rapid turnaround times, instant digital reporting, and cost-effective packages, GP Labs aims to elevate the standard of plastic processing in Sri Lanka while supporting industry growth and compliance with international benchmarks.

“GP Labs is a major step forward for Sri Lanka’s recycling and manufacturing industries,” said Mr. Yugantha Perera, Chief Technical Officer at GP Certified. “It not only promotes quality but also builds the credibility of recycled plastics for local and global markets.”

GP Labs is now open to recyclers, manufacturers, and exporters looking to validate, improve, and scale their plastic products responsibly.

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In a significant step towards sustainable plastic waste management, Island Climate Initiative (ICI) officially launched GP Certified, Sri Lanka’s first certification mechanism for high-quality recycled plastics. The launch event, held in Colombo, brought together key stakeholders including FMCG brands, recyclers, policymakers, and environmental advocates to introduce the future of sustainable packaging in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka generates thousands of tonnes of plastic waste annually, yet only 4% is recycled. Most plastic waste is either burned or dumped into landfills, polluting our oceans and waterways. GP Certified aims to change this by promoting better recycling practices and encouraging FMCG companies to use recycled plastics in their packaging. This will reduce reliance on imported virgin plastics and less plastic waste will enter the environment.

The GP certification provides recyclers with clear industry guidelines to ensure plastics are recycled to higher standards under safe, ethical and environmentally responsible conditions. This means FMCG companies can confidently and safely use recycled plastics in their packaging, supporting a more sustainable circular economy.

Speaking at the launch event, Mr Chaminda Rajapakse, Managing Director of Island Climate Initiative, stated: “With GP Certified, plastic waste becomes something useful empowering our communities, strengthening local businesses, saving foreign exchange and protecting our island’s natural beauty.”

A key feature of GP Certified is its certification label, which will be displayed on FMCG packaging made with verified recycled plastic. This label guarantees that the packaging meets strict standards across three key areas: safety, ensuring that recycled materials comply with health and hygiene requirements; quality, verifying durability and usability in packaging applications; and sustainability, promoting ethical sourcing and responsible waste management.

This initiative will also help recyclers adopt best practices, provide better working conditions, and drive demand for recycled plastics in Sri Lanka’s FMCG sector.

“The GP Certified initiative is a game-changer for the recycling industry. It ensures that the plastics we process meet high standards for safety and quality, which will not only boost consumer confidence but also increase demand for recycled plastics from the FMCG sector.” – Chullaka Hapuarachch, Ecopoly (Pvt) Ltd.

GP Certified is funded by the PLEASE Project, implemented by the South Asia Co-operative Environment Programme, supported by the World Bank, with implementing support from UNOPS.

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