The Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA), now part of the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT), ensures products in the UAE meet safety, quality, and environmental standards. Its Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS) is mandatory for many products.
Businesses must get ECAS certification to sell, import, or distribute products legally, ensuring compliance and consumer protection.
Check if your product needs ESMA certification by reviewing UAE regulations or consulting MoIAT experts.
Collect necessary documents like trade licenses, product datasheets, lab test reports, and product samples (if required). Ensure all files are complete and accurate.
Submit your product to an ESMA-approved lab for testing. This ensures the product meets safety, quality, and performance standards required in the UAE.
Register on the MoIAT portal, complete the application form, and upload all required documents with product details.
The ESMA team checks your application, documents, and test results. If corrections are needed, they will contact you for updates.
After approval, you will receive the certification (ECAS or EQM), including product details, validity, and labeling instructions.
Ensure correct product labeling and keep your certification updated through regular renewals for smooth market entry.
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Products like appliances, food, and toys must pass lab tests to meet UAE safety standards.
High-quality products get certified after tests, boosting trust and market credibility.
Appliances must meet energy-saving standards, shown by star-rated labels.
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ECAS certification typically takes 2–4 weeks, while EQM certification may take 2–3 months, including audits.
Penalties include fines, product bans, legal actions, and reputational damage for businesses violating regulations.
Manufacturers, importers, and distributors of regulated products like appliances, toys, food, and cosmetics need ESMA.
ESMA focuses on UAE-specific product regulations; ISO is voluntary and addresses operational management globally.
ECAS certificates are valid for 1 year, while EQM certificates are valid for 3 years before renewal.
No, ESMA is UAE-specific, but compliance may align with equivalent GCC or international standards.