HEADLINE: Lack of standardized halal certification led to consumer distrust in imported products.
Halal certificate from ESMA-accredited body; Arabic labelling; halal slaughter certificate for meat
Refusal of entry; fines up to AED 100,000; seizure
Mandatory Deadline: Ongoing — required for all food and food-related products
Affected HS Codes: 0201, 0202, 0203, 0204, 0205, 0206, 0207, 0208, 0209, 0210, 0401, 0402, 0403, 0404, 0405, 0406, 1601, 1602, 1603, 1604, 1605, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2104, 2105, 2106, 2201, 2202, 2203, 2204, 2205, 2206, 22...
Issuing Authority: Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA)