Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety
- Law Type: Federal Law
- Law Number: No. (26) of 2017
- Issued Date: 04 Jul 2017
- Effective Date: 01 Aug 2017
- Official Gazette: No. 619
- Sector: Environment and Natural Resources
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 48
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes the executive regulations for Federal Law No. (10) of 2015 Concerning Food Safety. It defines key terms, outlines the scope of application, and details the requirements and procedures for registering food and fodder products in the UAE. The Resolution also covers obligations related to food and fodder safety, seizure and disposal powers, and administrative measures for non-compliance. This legislation is crucial for businesses involved in the food and animal feed industries, as it sets the regulatory framework to ensure the safety and quality of products circulating in the UAE market. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The provisions of this Resolution apply to organizations, food consignments entering or transiting through the UAE, and food throughout all phases of the food chain. (Art. 2) The purpose is to regulate the registration, circulation, and safety requirements for food and fodder products in the UAE, in order to protect consumer health. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Art. 2)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- Food: Any substance or part thereof, in unprocessed, primary, manufactured or semi-manufactured form, intended for human consumption as food or drink. (Art. 1)
- Fodder: Any substance or part thereof intended to be used as animal food. (Art. 1)
- Food Chain: All phases through which food passes, from fodder and primary production to the consumer. (Art. 1)
- Circulation: The process of production, manufacturing, preparation, processing, packaging, transportation, storage, distribution, service, offering and sale of food or fodder. (Art. 1)
- Organization: A licensed entity trading in food or fodder. (Art. 1)
- Fodder Safety: Ensuring fodder does not cause harm to human or animal health. (Art. 1)
- Misleading Food: Food with inaccurate commercial promotion or information. (Art. 1)
- Adulterated Food: Food with added substances to minimize quality or nutritional value. (Art. 1)
(Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The Resolution imposes the following key obligations: 1. Manufacturers, producers and importers must register food products before circulation in the UAE. (Art. 3) 2. Food and fodder organizations must submit registration applications online and meet specified data and document requirements. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) 3. The competent authority must audit registration applications, complete registration procedures, and test samples to verify compliance. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) 4. The Ministry must approve food and fodder registrations after verifying completed procedures and required documents. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) 5. The competent authority must control and inspect circulated and imported food and fodder to verify registration and compliance. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Arts. 3-6)
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Resolution requires manufacturers, producers and importers to register food products before circulation in the UAE, with certain exceptions. (Art. 3) The registration process involves submitting an online application, sample testing, and approval by the Ministry after verification of completed procedures. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) The competent authority is responsible for controlling and inspecting circulated and imported food and fodder to verify registration and compliance. (Arts. 4, 5, 6) (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Arts. 3-6)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The legislation does not specify any explicit rights or protections provided under this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities and bodies responsible for enforcement under this Resolution are: 1. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment 2. The local competent authority in each emirate responsible for food and fodder safety 3. Other concerned government ministries, bodies, and departments involved in food and fodder safety The Ministry, competent authority, and concerned bodies are responsible for various enforcement actions such as registration procedures, sample testing, approval, and control/inspection of circulated and imported products. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Arts. 1, 4, 5, 6)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The legislation does not specify any penalties for non-compliance under this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution does not mention any fees, charges, or other financial provisions. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Resolution exempts the following from the food registration requirements: 1. Food circulated for non-commercial purposes, including personal use imports, samples for research/marketing, and samples for exhibitions. (Art. 3) 2. Any food for which the Minister issues a specific exemption resolution in coordination with the competent authority and concerned bodies. (Art. 3) (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017, Art. 3)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The legislation does not specify any dispute resolution mechanisms under this Resolution. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Resolution does not mention any specific deadlines or time limits. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution is issued in implementation of Federal Law No. (10) of 2015 Concerning Food Safety. It does not mention any other specific UAE laws that it amends or repeals. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution came into effect on 01 August 2017, as per the Effective Date listed. It was published in the Official Gazette No. 619 on 31 July 2017. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety, 2017)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Concerning the Executive Regulations of Federal Law Concerning Food Safety for legal research and educational purposes. For the purpose of interpretation and application, reference must be made to the original Arabic text. In case of conflict, the Arabic text prevails. This does not constitute legal advice.