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Cosmetic & Detergent Approvals
Full regulatory compliance for safe, legal, and fast market access in Dubai.
Cosmetic & Detergent Approvals
Overview
Cosmetic and detergent products sold, distributed, or imported into Dubai must undergo mandatory regulatory approval through Dubai Municipality before entering the UAE market. These approvals ensure that every product is safe for consumer use, free from restricted ingredients, correctly labeled, and manufactured in accordance with global and UAE regulatory standards.
Dubai Municipality assesses:
- Ingredient safety and compliance.
- Product formulation and concentration limits.
- Claims and marketing text.
- Label accuracy and mandatory markings.
- Manufacturer GMP and product traceability.
- Packaging material suitability.
At My CA Global, we manage the complete approval process—ensuring your cosmetic or detergent product meets all regulatory criteria for fast, objection-free approval.
Why Cosmetic & Detergent Approvals Are Mandatory
- Required for import, sale, distribution, and e-commerce in Dubai
- Ensures products are safe, non-toxic, and free from banned ingredients
- Verifies label accuracy and consumer claims
- Prevents penalties, rejections, and shipment holds
- Provides legal authorization to place products on the UAE market
- Supports high consumer protection standards in the UAE
Products That Require Dubai Municipality Approval
Cosmetics:
- Skin care products
- Hair care products
- Makeup and beauty items
- Perfumes & fragrances
- Personal care products (creams, lotions, gels, serums)
- Baby care cosmetics
Detergents & Household Chemicals:
- Cleaning liquids
- Surface disinfectants
- Laundry detergents & powders
- Dishwashing liquids
- Sanitizing solutions
- Home hygiene products
Any product that comes in contact with skin, surfaces, or home environments typically requires approval.
What My CA Global Handles
- Full ingredient and formulation safety review
- Identification of restricted or banned ingredients
- Label compliance verification (EN/AR)
- Cosmetic & detergent product classification
- Safety data sheet (SDS) evaluation
- Preparation and uploading of product information
- Submission to Dubai Municipality for approval
- Response to authority queries
- Guidance on corrective actions or reformulation (if required)
- Final approval confirmation
Dubai Municipality Approval Workflow
- 1. Product category identification - Cosmetic or detergent based on UAE classification guidelines
- 2. Ingredient & formulation assessment - Review against UAE/GCC restricted and prohibited lists.
- 3. Label compliance audit - EN/AR mandatory fields, claims, warnings, and packaging details.
- 4. Document preparation & file creation - SDS, product specs, manufacturer details, GMP evidence, etc.
- 5. Online submission to Dubai Municipality - Through authority portal for full review.
- 6. Query management & amendments - Addressing authority comments and technical clarifications.
- 7. Final approval & product registration - Client receives confirmation enabling legal import & sale.
Documents Required
- Product label/artwork (English/Arabic if applicable)
- Complete ingredient list with % concentration
- Product Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Certificate of Free Sale (CFS) or manufacturing license
- Manufacturer details & GMP compliance proof
- Product formulation sheet (if required)
- Country of origin information
- Packaging specifications
- Test reports (if applicable)
Accurate and detailed documentation leads to faster approvals.
Timeline Note
“Most product records are prepared and verified within days depending on complexity. Correct submissions reduce queries and speed up port clearance.”
“Start Your Cosmetic or Detergent Approval Process Today”
Ensure full Dubai Municipality compliance before importing or distributing your products.
