ISO22716
We’re proud to hold ISO 22716 certification for our manufacturing and storage facilities. This internationally recognised standard defines Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines specific to the cosmetics industry, ensuring the highest levels of quality and hygiene across our operations. It also provides assurance that the products we produce are safe and legally compliant with global regulations, an essential credential for international export.
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ISO 45001
The safety and wellbeing of our people are fundamental to how we operate. ISO 45001 certification demonstrates our commitment to maintaining a proactive and robust Health and Safety Management System across all sites. We actively encourage participation from every department to identify and reduce workplace risks, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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ISO 14001
THG LABS holds ISO 14001 certification, demonstrating our commitment to responsible environmental management. This standard provides a framework for understanding and reducing our environmental impact, helping us set clear objectives and drive continuous improvement in our sustainability practices. View certificate
HSE at THG LABS
THG LABS is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and environmentally friendly workplace for all employees, contractors, and visitors. By embedding Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) principles across our business, it ensures we continuously strive to improve our performance in these areas and create a culture of care that supports our people and safeguards the world around us.
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Commit for Our Planet
THG LABS was one of the first UK beauty manufacturers to join Cosmetics Europe’s Commit for Our Planet initiative. This collaborative commitment unites the cosmetics industry in reducing its environmental footprint across Europe and throughout the value chain. Through shared goals and joint action, we’re helping to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable future for beauty.
Sedex
Registered with SEDEX, THG LABS is part of a global network dedicated to improving ethical and sustainable business practices. Through transparent data sharing and continuous improvement, we ensure our operations and those of our supply chain partners, uphold the highest standards of responsibility and integrity. We have SMETA (SEDEX Members Ethical Trade Audit) four-pillar audit at our sites and key partners.
RSPO
THG LABS are members of The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) – a global, non-profit organisation working to transform the palm oil industry to make it sustainable. We are site certified and can support RSPO certified members too.
COSMOS
For brands developing products to COSMOS standards, THG LABS can support compliance with its four core principles covering sourcing, manufacturing, labelling, and distribution. Producing certified organic and natural products requires strict operational controls, and our advanced facilities and experienced quality teams ensure every stage of the process meets COSMOS requirements with confidence and care.
Ecovadis
Each year THG LABS is independently assessed by EcoVadis, the world’s most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings. This evaluation recognises our commitment to responsible business practices across key areas including environment, labour and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement
FDA
THG LABS UK Factory is registered with the US FDA which enables us to manufacture OTC Sunscreen Drug Products for the US market.
Industry Participation
Colleagues across our teams are active members of respected industry organisations. Through our representation and collaboration we provide a strong collective voice on key topics in science, safety, regulatory, sustainability and public affairs.
Richard Keightley – Quality & Regulatory Director, THG LABS:
- Chair of CTPA Sustainability Committee
Sarah Pursey - Head of Regulatory Compliance, THG LABS:
- CTPA Compliance & Regulatory Committee
- CTPA International Regulatory & Trade Committee
- CTPA China Working Group
Louise Tidbury - Regulatory Technologist, THG LABS:
- CTPA Claims & Marketing Working Group
Molly Lobdell – Regulatory Technologist, THG LABS:
- Advisory Board for Commit For Our Planet
Dr. Catherine Leray - Account Head of R&D, THG LABS:
- CTPA Scientific Committee
Roger Rowson – Account Head of R&D, THG LABS:
- CTPA Suncare Working Group SCS Wales & West Lecture Committee
Kristal Goodman – Head of Product Innovation – THG LABS:
- BBIA Beauty and The BioEconomy Steering Committee.
Jessica Lawther – Head of Marketing & Communications:
- CTPA Communications & Public Affairs Advisory Group
THG LABS are members of Cosmetics Cluster UK (CCUK), which brings together companies along the whole value chain in the cosmetics industry, from research to raw materials to retail. We’re proud to partner CCUK to support best practices, collaborations and solve industry challenges together.
Accountability
We publish annual reports detailing key sustainability and operational data across areas including:
- Labour and human rights
- Energy consumption, solar performance, and greenhouse gas emissions
- Waste management and recycling
This data is shared with trading partners, through the EcoVadis platform, or available to suppliers and customers on request.