In the UAE, cosmetic products must be registered with the relevant authorities before they can be legally imported, advertised, or sold. This includes personal care products, skincare, hair care, fragrances, and makeup. The Dubai Municipality requires all cosmetic products to meet health, safety, and labeling standards to protect public health.
At Emira Legal, we streamline the process of cosmetic product registration by assisting with documentation, ingredient reviews, and end-to-end submissions. Whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, or brand owner, we ensure your products comply with UAE regulations and are cleared for market access without delays.
Our Process
Chose your required Service and Pay on our website
Send required documents to us when asked
Stay updated until the work is finished
Receive the Deliverables Soft copy and Hard Copies
Documents Required
To register your cosmetic products, you’ll typically need:
- Valid UAE trade license
- Product label artwork (front and back)
- List of product ingredients in English
- Certificate of Free Sale from country of origin
- Product image files
- Safety Data Sheet (if applicable)
- Company profile or authorization letter (if registering on behalf of another brand)
Deliverables
When you register cosmetic products with Emira Legal, you receive:
- Dubai Municipality product registration (CPRE)
- Ingredient review and compliance verification
- Label artwork assessment and correction
- Classification and category assistance
- Guidance on barcode, shelf life, and claims
- Submission and approval tracking
- Ongoing support for renewals and amendments
How Cosmetic Product Registratioon Works
1
Initial Consultation
We evaluate your product type, ingredients, and branding to determine regulatory requirements.
2
Document Collection
You provide the required documentation and label details for compliance review.
3
Ingredient & Label Review
We assess ingredient safety and labeling standards to meet Dubai Municipality guidelines.
4
Application Filing
We submit your application through the CPRE portal and manage communications with Dubai Municipality.
5
Product Registration Certificate
Once approved, your product receives a Certificate of Registration, enabling legal import and sale in the UAE.
Why Cosmetic Product Registration Should Be Done
Registering your cosmetic products in the UAE ensures they meet mandatory safety and quality standards enforced by local authorities. Unregistered products risk fines, confiscation, and brand damage. Proper registration allows you to legally import, advertise, and sell in retail and online channels across the UAE. It also builds consumer trust by confirming your product is safe for public use.
What is Cosmetic Product Registration in the UAE?
Cosmetic product registration is the legal process required to approve personal care and beauty products for sale in the UAE. The registration is typically completed through the Dubai Municipality’s Montaji system, which verifies that products do not contain banned substances and meet all labeling, packaging, and safety regulations. It applies to products like creams, perfumes, shampoos, makeup, lotions, and similar items.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes. All cosmetic products must be registered with Dubai Municipality before they can be imported, sold, or advertised.
Only a UAE-based company with a valid trade license can register cosmetic products. If you don’t have one, we can help you set it up.
Typically, it takes 2 to 4 weeks, depending on documentation accuracy and product type.
Yes. International products can be registered via a UAE-based distributor or agent with proper authorization.
Selling unregistered products is illegal and may result in fines, product confiscation, or business license suspension.
No. Cosmetic registrations are usually valid for 5 years and must be renewed before expiry.
Each variant (e.g., fragrance, color, size) typically requires a separate registration unless they are identical in composition.