Registering cosmetic products is a legal requirement in UAE to ensure safety and compliance. The Dubai government mandates this process before any product hits the market. Failure to comply means you can’t import, export, sell, or distribute cosmetics in the UAE. ABC Company simplifies this meticulous process, helping both local and international businesses meet these requirements for a smooth entry into Dubai’s cosmetic industry.
Process Registering cosmetic products
Document Required
When applying for registration of cosmetic products, you will need to submit several essential documents. Here’s a list of them:
A Clear Picture and Artwork of the Products
This document is a visual representation of your products for a comprehensive understanding of the cosmetic product.
Free Sale Certificate
This document provides a testament to your product’s compliance with the health authority guidelines.
Ingredients Report
Detailed information about the components of the cosmetic products will be listed in this document.
Certificate of Analysis
A certificate of analysis is a report that specifies the chemical and physical properties of the product.
GMP Certificate
The GMP Certificate ensures adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Halal Certificate (if applicable)
The Halal certificate is required for products that adhere to Islamic dietary laws.
Organic Certificate (if applicable)
An organic certificate is essential for products that claim to be organic.
Trade License Copy
This document is proof of the company’s authorization for cosmetic product testing.
Product Samples
Two samples of each product will be required for lab testing.
Other Requirements for Registration
Apart from the necessary documents, there are specific label requirements that are essential for cosmetic product registration. The mandatory label information on the cosmetic products shall include:
- Product Name
- Brand Name
- Product Barcode
- Net Weight or Volume
- Production and Expiration Date
- Nutritional information
- Country of Origin
- Usage instructions
- Storage conditions
- Ingredient details (in descending order of weight or volume)
- Declaration of hypersensitive ingredients
Government Fees
The cosmetic product registration cost includes a non-refundable application charge of AED 10 plus after getting approved an extra AED 220 to download the approval certificate.