GCL International is based in the United Kingdom and provides international accredited certification across 5 continents. We are accredited by a range of internationally recognized accreditation bodies, including United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS), International Organic Accreditation Service (IOAS) and Food Safety System Certification (FSSC), Association of Professional Social Compliance Auditors (APSCA) and others.
Our approach is pragmatic and supportive whilst meeting the rigorous technical demands and integrity of accredited certification.
What is Global Recycle Standard (GRS)? The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets out requirements for third-party certification of
What is Organic Content Standard (OCS)? The OCS applies to any non-food product containing 5-100 % organic material. It verifies the presence and
What is Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)? The Recycled Claim Standard (RCS) is an international, voluntary standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of
Responsible Wool Standard (RWS – Supply Chain Certification) Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) certification applies to all supply chain sites of wool from the
Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS – Supply Chain Certification) Responsible Mohair Standard (RMS) certification applies to all supply chain sites of mohair from the
Responsible Down Standard (RDS – Supply Chain Certification) Responsible Down Standard (RDS) certification applies to all supply chain sites of waterfowl down and
What is Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)? The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the worldwide leading textile processing standard for organic fibers
What is GOTS SCOPE-4 Approval of chemical inputs (substance and preparations directly applied as textile auxiliary agents, inks, dyes and pigments). Chemical manufacturer/formulator/trader
What is FSC® Certification? The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®/ FSC® Certification) is an international, non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting responsible management of the
What is PEFC? PEFC, the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification – PEFC, is a leading global alliance of national forest certification
Canada Organic Regime (COR) Under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), any food, seed, or animal feed that is labelled organic is
EU Organic European Union regulations on organic farming are designed to provide a clear structure for the production of organic goods across the
ZDHC MRSL The ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (ZDHC MRSL) is a list of chemical substances banned from intentional use in textile, leather
Ocean Bound Plastic Certifications help to protect our Oceans, Ocean Bound Plastic (OBP) is an “Abandoned Plastic Waste” (microplastics, mezzo-plastics and macro-plastics), on
The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) At GCL International Ltd, we’re proud to be part of The Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), a pioneering sustainability
What is GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council)? The GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council) is a non-governmental organization established in 2007 with the support
Trustea Code Verification Certification trustea is an Indian sustainability code and verification system for the tea sector that endeavours bringing sustainability to environment,
NATIONAL PROGRAMME FOR ORGANIC PRODUCTION (NPOP) The National Programme for Organic Production (hereinafter referred to as ‘NPOP’) provides for Standards for organic production,
What is ISO 9001? ISO 9001 is an internationally recognised standard for the quality management systems. The standard is generic in nature and
What is ISO 14001? It provides practical tools for companies and organizations looking to identify and control their environmental impact and constantly improve
What is ISO 22000? The ISO 22000 family of International Standards addresses food safety management. The consequences of unsafe food can be serious
What is ISO 45001? ISO 45001 is an internationally recognised standard for occupational health and safety. It exists to help all kinds of
What is ISO 27001? ISO 27001 is a specification for the management of information security. It is applicable to all sectors of industry
FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification The Foundation for Food Safety Certification (FSSC 22000) enables auditing and certification of food safety systems of
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) What is HACCP? HACCP is an internationally recognized, science-based, food safety system that is used to help
What is Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)? GMP refers to the Good Manufacturing Practice Regulations. GMP certification is granted to manufacturing or service systems
Social Compliance (GCL-SCS:2009) The GCL International Social Compliance Scheme (GCL-SCS:2009) is a supply-chain certification scheme. The Scheme ensures a degree of confidence in
Social And Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) SLCP – The Social and Labor Convergence Program aims to bring together unique perspectives to create an
Customised & Second Party Audits GCL is your reliable partner for Customised & Second Party Audits. Allow GCL to improve the performance and
What is Higg-Index? The Higg Index is a suite of tools for the standardized measurement of value chain sustainability, and it is central
What is the Lifts Regulations? The Lifts Regulations covers various aspects of Lift Safety and essentially performs the dual function of: The requirements
SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) Standard – 2 / 4 Pillar Sedex is a global membership organisation dedicated to driving improvements in
WRAP – Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production WRAP is the largest third-party certification program for the sewn products sector. A non-profit global organization with
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