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UAE Cosmetic Product Registration
Dubai Municipality – Montaji Product Registration & MoIAT Product Certification
Cosmetic products placed on the market in the United Arab Emirates must comply with applicable product safety, labelling and registration requirements.
In Dubai, cosmetic and personal care products must be registered through Dubai Municipality's Montaji system and, where required, certified under MoIAT's conformity assessment program before they are placed on the market.
Dubai Municipality – Montaji
What is UAE cosmetic product registration?
Dubai Municipality – Montaji
What is UAE cosmetic product registration?
Cosmetic product registration is a regulatory procedure through which the relevant authority evaluates product information and supporting documentation to determine whether a cosmetic product meets applicable market requirements.
In Dubai, the registration process is managed by Dubai Municipality through its Montaji system.
Key requirements include:
- Cosmetic products subject to registration must be registered before being placed on the Dubai market
- Registration is carried out through an appropriately licensed company or authorized applicant
- Products must comply with applicable ingredient, safety and labelling requirements
- Supporting documents and additional testing may be requested depending on the product category and regulatory assessment
Requirements and procedures may differ depending on the relevant emirate and competent authority.
Registration dossier
Information required for cosmetic product registration
Registration dossier
Information required for cosmetic product registration
The following information and documents are generally required:
- Cosmetic product name, brand and category
- Complete ingredient list and product formulation information
- Manufacturer details and country of origin
- Product label and packaging artwork
- Product photographs and samples
- Applicable product safety and supporting technical documentation
- Additional certificates or test reports, where required
The exact documentation depends on the product type, origin and applicable registration procedure.
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How can CE.way help?
CE.way assists cosmetic brands, manufacturers and distributors with cosmetic product registration and certification requirements in the UAE. Our services include:
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Guidance on applicable product registration requirements and route
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Preparation and review of registration documentation and dossier
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Coordination of product registration submissions through the relevant applicant or authority
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Assistance with registration-related enquiries and documentation updates
Additional support with UAE cosmetic ingredient compliance, labelling and testing requirements is available upon request.
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