Sri Lanka to Ban Sale of Sanitary Napkins Without SLS Certification From October 8

The Sri Lankan government has issued an extraordinary gazette notification prohibiting the sale of sanitary napkins that do not carry the required quality certifications issued by the Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI).

The regulation, which will come into effect on October 8, applies to both locally manufactured and imported single-use and ultra-thin sanitary napkins.

The order was issued under the authority of the Acting Chairman of the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), S. M. D. Suriyakumara.

Mandatory SLS Standards for Sanitary Napkins

According to the gazette notification, sanitary napkins must comply with the following SLS standards:

• SLS 1732
• SLS 1748

From October 8 onwards, the manufacturing, packaging, distribution, transportation, storage, sale, and display for sale of sanitary napkins without the required SLS certifications will be prohibited.

The new regulation applies to all businesses and manufacturers involved in the production, importation, and sale of sanitary hygiene products in Sri Lanka.

Aim to Improve Product Safety

Authorities introduced the regulation to ensure that sanitary napkin products available in the Sri Lankan market meet recognised quality and safety requirements.

Consumers will be able to identify certified products through the relevant SLS certification markings, allowing greater confidence regarding product standards and safety.

The Consumer Affairs Authority is expected to monitor compliance with the new requirements and take action against businesses that violate the regulations after the effective date.

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