Toy Registration, Product Approval UAE

Overview

Bringing safe toys to the UAE market

Toys are a regulated, safety-critical category in the UAE, they must be certified before they sell. We make getting that certification easy and fast.

Our specialists arrange the safety testing and manage your conformity application end to end, so your toys reach shelves and marketplaces fully approved and parent-ready.

What We Cover

Toys we certify

Every play category, tested and certified for young users.

Soft & plush toys Educational toys Ride-ons Board games Outdoor toys Electronic toys Building sets Dolls & figures

The Process

The toy certification pathway

1

Identify standards and age group

Determine the applicable GSO / ISO 8124 requirements and the toy's intended age grading.

2

Laboratory testing

Test mechanical safety, flammability and chemical limits in an accredited laboratory.

3

Compile the technical file

Assemble test reports, materials data, artwork and bilingual labelling.

4

Apply for ECAS

Submit via the MoIAT portal to a Notified Body and resolve any queries.

5

Certificate and ECAS mark

Receive the Certificate of Conformity, display the ECAS mark and clear customs.

Why Product Registration Matters

Product registration is what makes your product legal to sell in Dubai

Retailers will ask for approval

Major retailers, distributors, pharmacies and online marketplaces often require valid UAE product registration before they agree to list, stock or sell your product.

Customs clearance becomes easier

The right registration, permits, labels and product documents help reduce the risk of shipment holds, rejected imports and costly delays at UAE customs.

Your brand looks more credible

A registered product shows buyers, retailers and distributors that your product has been reviewed for compliance, labeling, safety and market readiness.

You can scale more products

Once your first product is registered, it becomes easier to launch additional SKUs, pack sizes, variants and product lines across Dubai and the wider UAE market.

UAE Product Registration Support

UAE product registration support built for faster market entry

Dubai and UAE product classification

We identify whether your product requires Dubai Municipality registration, MOHAP approval, veterinary registration, cosmetic registration, food registration, supplement registration or another UAE authority pathway.

Registration documents reviewed properly

We check labels, certificates, formulas, ingredients, claims, product images, technical files and manufacturer documents before submission to reduce authority comments and avoid unnecessary delays.

Authority submission and follow-up

We manage the registration process with the relevant Dubai or UAE regulatory authority, including application preparation, submission, clarification responses and approval tracking.

Market entry support after approval

Once approved, we support import clearance, distributor onboarding, retail listing, online marketplace requirements, renewals, variations and additional SKU registrations.

FAQ

Toy registration FAQs

Do toys need certification in the UAE?

Yes, toys are a regulated category and require an ECAS Certificate of Conformity from MoIAT before they can be imported, distributed or sold.

Which safety standards apply to toys?

GCC (GSO) toy-safety standards that align with international standards such as ISO 8124 and EN 71, covering mechanical, flammability and chemical safety.

How long is an ECAS certificate valid?

ECAS Certificates of Conformity are generally valid for one year and must be renewed annually.

Is laboratory testing required?

Yes, toys must be tested in accredited laboratories for mechanical, flammability and chemical safety appropriate to the age group.