Cosmetic Product Registration in Dubai, UAE
Get your beauty, skincare, and personal care products registered with Dubai Municipality in just 22 working days. We manage formulation compliance, label translation, and market approval, helping you launch in the UAE and prepare for expansion across GCC markets.
Why Cosmetic Product Registration Is Important
Cosmetic product registration in Dubai is a mandatory process that ensures all beauty, skincare, haircare, and personal care items meet strict safety and quality standards. Dubai Municipality evaluates each product to verify its ingredients, labeling, and overall compliance. This process protects consumers from unsafe products and helps brands build trust and credibility before entering the UAE market.
The registration process covers a full assessment of the product, including ingredient verification, label accuracy, and safety checks. Only after passing these evaluations can products be legally imported, manufactured, sold, or distributed across the UAE.
A cosmetic registration certificate is valid for five years, giving businesses the legal permission to operate without interruption. It not only ensures compliance with UAE regulations but also provides a strong foundation for market entry, helping brands establish themselves confidently while maintaining consumer safety and trust.
Benefits of Cosmetic Product Registration in Dubai
Registering cosmetics with Dubai Municipality ensures legal approval, brand credibility, and consumer trust. It grants access to Dubai’s high-value market, protects your brand, and offers five-year validity, providing long-term security and operational freedom across the UAE.
Market Access & Growth
Gain legal rights to import, make, and sell cosmetics UAE-wide and access Dubai’s diverse premium market.
Brand Protection & Credibility
Secure brand protection, ensure compliance, and build trust while gaining an advantage over unregistered brands.
Legal Compliance & Safety
Meet mandatory safety rules, avoid penalties, and ensure all products use approved and safe ingredients.
Import-Export Authorization
Obtain full rights to import, export, and re-export while expanding distribution through Dubai’s GCC hub.
Tax Benefits & Support
Operate under favorable UAE tax policies and gain business support for smoother financial operations.
5-Year Validity & Renewal
Enjoy five-year registration validity with an easy renewal process that ensures uninterrupted market access.
Registration Requirements for Cosmetic Products in UAE
01.1. Trade License
Valid UAE trade license with cosmetics trading or manufacturing activity. Mainland or free zone licenses apply. Ensure activity matches product category.
02.2. Montaji Account
Register your company on Montaji portal. Complete profile with business and authorized signatory details for product submission.
03.3. Product Labels
Bilingual Arabic-English labels including brand, product name, INCI ingredients, usage, warnings, manufacturer, batch, and barcode.
04.4. INCI Ingredient
Complete ingredient list in INCI format by descending weight. Include active ingredients, preservatives, and allergens with details.
05.5. Safety Report
Cosmetic Product Safety Report from a qualified toxicologist. Must include ingredient assessment, stability data, and safety evaluation.
06.6. Free Sale Cert
Certificate from country of origin confirming product is approved for market sale. Must be attested for UAE submission.
07.7. GMP Certificate
Good Manufacturing Practices certificate proving compliance with international standards. ISO certificate also accepted.
08.8. Product Images
High-resolution images showing packaging from all angles. Max file size 10 MB. Must match submitted label artwork.
09.9. Lab Reports
Reports from accredited labs for stability, microbiology, and preservative efficacy. May be requested during review.
10.10. Shelf Life
Documented product shelf life with expiry date, storage conditions, and handling instructions supported by stability testing.
How We Register Your Cosmetic Products
Step 1: Initial Consultation
We review your product type, formula, and compliance needs to map out the process.
Step 2: Documentation Support
We prepare required certificates, labels, and documents for Montaji submission.
Step 3: Application Submission
We set up your Montaji account, submit files, pay fees, and track the review.
Step 4: Compliance Review
We check ingredients and claims to ensure full alignment with Dubai standards.
Step 5: Authority Liaison
We handle all Dubai Municipality queries and provide extra documents if needed.
Step 6: Certificate Delivery
Once approved, we share your certificate and guide you on validity and renewal.
Special Requirements for Certain Cosmetic Products
- Sun Protection Products – Need SPF and UV testing before Dubai Municipality approval.
- Hair Dyes & Color Cosmetics – May require lab tests, ingredient review, and allergen declarations.
- Skin Whitening Products – Face stricter checks, including heavy metal testing and lab analysis.
- Anti-Aging Products – Need efficacy proof and clinical evidence to support product claims.
- Medicinal Claim Products – May require pharmaceutical registration instead of cosmetic approval.
- Natural/Organic Cosmetics – Need certified organic ingredients and proof of natural sourcing.
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