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Certification Process

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The SGLS certification process is designed to be thorough, transparent and efficient. From initial eligibility check to receiving your certificate, most applications are completed within 3 to 4 weeks after all supporting documents are submitted.

Overview of the certification journey

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm your product falls within an existing SGLS product category

1–2 days

2

Review Requirements

Reviewthe product requirements for your product category

Your timeline

3

Prepare documents

Arrange test reports, declarations, and all required supporting materials

Your timeline

4

Submit application

Email your complete application and documents to the Secretariat

1 day

5

Assessment

Secretariat reviews your application and notifies you of the outcome

3–4 weeks

6

Certification

Certificate issued, Green Label logo use permitted on your product

Valid 2 years

The online application portal is currently unavailable. All applications are to be submitted by email to greenlabel@sec.org.sg. The Secretariat will guide you through the process.

What products can be certified?

The SGLS currently covers nine product categories. Your product must fall within one of these categories to be eligible.

Building Materials & Interior Products
Electronics & Electrical Products
Furniture & Furnishings
Household & Consumer Products
Landscape & Outdoor Products
Office Products & Stationery
Paints, Coatings & Adhesives
Pulp & Paper Products
Textiles & Apparel

Not sure if your product qualifies? Contact the Secretariat — new categories are introduced when industry demand is sufficient.

Two pathways — which applies to you?

New applicants

Certifying a product for the first time

Start with an eligibility check, then follow the six-step application process. New certification costs S$3,500 per product and is valid for two years.

How to apply →

Existing licensees

Renewing an existing certificate

Renewal should be submitted 2 to 3 months before expiry. Renewal costs S$2,300 per product and extends your certification by two further years.

How to renew →
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