Quality & Process

A consistent product, by design.

Every block that leaves our factory has been through nine controlled stages and tested in our own lab. That's the only way we know how to do this.

In-house QC lab

Chartered chemists run EC, pH, moisture, and density tests on every batch.

Chartered chemists

Our QC team holds professional chartered qualifications not just lab technicians.

BOI-approved

Registered with the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka for direct export.

The Material

Reasons to select coco peat.

Before it's ever a Coba Peat product, coco peat itself is one of the best growing media available a natural by-product of the coconut with properties that suit growers of every kind.

100% natural & biodegradable

A fibrous, spongy material that's completely natural and biodegradable no synthetic fillers.

Rich in macro & micro nutrients

Sri Lankan coco peat is naturally rich in the macro and micro nutrients plants need to thrive.

Antifungal & antibacterial

Naturally occurring properties help protect root systems from disease.

High CEC, balanced pH

High Cation Exchange Capacity (CEC) and a moderately high pH value support healthy nutrient uptake.

Rewets faster

Rehydrates quickly, even after drying out, so plants recover faster after missed watering.

Custom manufactured

Physical and chemical properties can be tuned to exact grower specifications.

Grows & transplants better

Superior aeration and moisture retention help plants establish and transplant with less shock.

Reasons to select as supplier

Reasons to Select Coba Peat Lanka as your “Full Partner” Supplier.

We believe that our supply is your company's lifeline for sustainability and continued growth. To evaluate our performance as a supplier, below criteria will give you an accurate snapshot of our efficiency as a supplier for your business.

Fair Pricing Structure

Balanced value with transparent pricing for long-term partnerships.

Assurance of Supply

Reliable availability and consistent delivery planning for your operations.

Responsiveness

Fast communication and dependable support from enquiry to shipment.

Ethically Made Products

Responsibly sourced materials and a business approach built on integrity.

Environment and Safety

Processes designed to reduce impact while protecting people and product quality.

Technology

Modern production and logistics capabilities supporting efficient execution.

Quality

Rigorous testing and superior standards built into every shipment.

Process

From husk to export nine stages.

  1. 01

    Raw Material

    Peat from our own fibre factories is stored in yards free of seeds, weeds and foreign matter, then soaked to soften only matured husks are used, never immature material.

  2. 02

    Extraction

    Defibred husk passes through a rotating sieve. Soft fibre is set aside for rope and mattress use; the fine residue left behind becomes coco peat.

  3. 03

    Washing

    Fibre residue is washed to remove excess salts, guaranteeing electrical conductivity below 0.5 mS/cm.

  4. 04

    Drying & Expansion

    Sun-dried to reduce moisture by 20–25%, preserving porosity and expansion capacity.

  5. 05

    Sieving

    Passed through a ¼" sieve to remove roughly 20% of surplus fibre strands.

  6. 06

    Aging

    Matured for a minimum of 1 year young coco peat is far less durable than aged material.

  7. 07

    Buffering

    Ion exchange removes excess sodium and potassium, so later fertilizing with calcium or magnesium won't damage plants.

  8. 08

    Composting

    Products designed to last more than 2 years are composted for 12–18 months for long-term stability.

  9. 09

    Double Sieving

    A final pass removes long fibres and dust, guaranteeing the uniformity and quality of every Coba Peat product.

Certifications

Trusted & certified

Our certifications reflect our commitment to quality, sustainability and excellence in every step.

BOI Sri Lanka logo

BOI Sri Lanka

Approved by the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka.

RHP Certified logo

RHP Certified

Certified for producing Responsible, Healthy and Proven coir products.

HP Standard logo

HP Standard

Heat Processed (HP) standard for superior quality coir products.

EDB Sri Lanka logo

EDB Sri Lanka

Registered with the Export Development Board of Sri Lanka.

ISO 9001 (pending) logo

ISO 9001 (pending)

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification in progress.

Good Manufacturing Practice logo

Good Manufacturing Practice

Registered with Good Manufacturing Practice.

Coir Council Member logo

Coir Council Member

Proud member of the Sri Lanka Coir Council.

We continuously strive to meet international standards and deliver the best to our partners worldwide.

Want a sample or test report?

We're happy to send a physical sample and a recent QC report so your agronomy team can verify our specifications first-hand.