COSMETIC REGISTRATION
Cosmetic Product Registration in Dubai Municipality
No cosmetic product may be imported, exported, sold or distributed in Dubai until it is registered with Dubai Municipality. IZZAT Documents Clearing Services takes your products through the Montaji approval from start to finish.
Overview
Why Cosmetic Registration Matters in Dubai
Consumer safety is the driving purpose behind cosmetic product registration in Dubai Municipality. The authority requires enough information about each product to properly judge whether it is safe, which is why registration must be completed before a cosmetic item touches the UAE market in any form - import, export, sale or distribution are all prohibited for unregistered products.
The Dubai government standardises how cosmetic products are manufactured, sold and brought into the emirate by making pre-market registration compulsory and by requiring traders in this category to hold a proper Dubai licence covering cosmetics-related activity. Alongside registration, each product undergoes a label assessment that verifies the packaging tells consumers exactly what they are buying and how to use it.
IZZAT's regulatory team reviews, evaluates and aligns your cosmetic registration documents with Dubai Municipality's requirements before anything is filed. We manage the Montaji application end to end - documentation, submission, payment and follow-up - so local and international brands can reach the UAE market without wrestling with the process themselves.
- Mandatory before import, export, sale or distribution of cosmetics in Dubai
- Processed via Dubai Municipality's dedicated Montaji portal
- Standard processing time of about 22 working days
- Open to mainland or free zone companies in any of the 7 emirates with a matching activity
- Full document checklist preparation: FSC, CoA, GMP, ingredients report and more
- Label assessment certificate required before products reach the shelves
- Lab testing may be requested depending on ingredients
- Formula or label changes may require a registration update
How IZZAT Supports Your Cosmetic Registration
Documents Required
Clear product picture, clear artwork, Free Sale Certificate, ingredients report, Certificate of Analysis, GMP certificate, plus any supporting papers such as Halal or Organic certificates.
Label Requirements
Labels are normally in English (bilingual is fine if identical) and must show product and brand name, country of origin, usage instructions, storage conditions, production and expiry dates, ingredients in descending order by weight or volume, hypersensitivity declarations, barcode and net weight or volume.
Regulatory Expertise
Our dedicated registration team guides you through the procedure and helps you assemble every required document correctly the first time.
Simplified Compliance
Dubai Municipality enforces strict cosmetic rules; we break them down according to your specific product category and label content.
Time and Cost Efficiency
IZZAT manages the whole journey from start to finish, removing rework and delays so your launch stays on schedule.
Persistent Follow-up
After submission on Montaji we track the application and chase the department regularly so your review is completed on time.
How it works with IZZAT
Obtain a UAE commercial licence
A valid mainland or free zone trade licence from any of the 7 emirates is required, with a business activity matching the cosmetics you plan to register.
Activate a DM portal account
We open your company's account on the Dubai Municipality portal and request the product registration service through Montaji.
Prepare documents and create the application
Product information and documentation are reviewed, then the online Montaji application is built and all required files uploaded per DM guidelines.
Submit, pay and follow up
The application is submitted with the government payment, and we pursue the department if any delay arises to keep the approval moving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which platform handles cosmetic registration in Dubai?
Dubai Municipality runs a dedicated portal called Montaji for registering cosmetic and personal care products.
Who can apply for cosmetic product registration?
UAE-registered companies with a valid trade licence and a comparable business activity are eligible to apply.
How much does cosmetic registration cost?
A small government application fee applies, with a further government charge to download the approval certificate once granted; contact IZZAT to request a quote covering the full service.
How long does the registration take?
The standard Dubai Municipality processing time for cosmetic product registration is 22 working days.
Will my product need laboratory testing?
Possibly - during assessment the municipality may require a lab test for certain products depending on their ingredients and specifications.
Can I sell cosmetics in Dubai before registration?
No. Registration must generally be completed before importing or selling cosmetics in Dubai, and trading unregistered products can carry legal consequences.
What if I change the formula or label later?
Modifications to a product's formula or labelling may require the registration to be updated, so check the amendment process before making changes.
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