Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: No. (16) of 2023
- Issued Date: 13 Mar 2023
- Effective Date: 01 Apr 2023
- Official Gazette: No. 748
- Sector: Industry and Technical Standardisation
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 41
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution establishes a "Made in the UAE" mark to distinguish products manufactured in the United Arab Emirates. The purpose is to support and market local products, improve their quality and competitiveness at local, regional and global levels. The Resolution sets out the conditions and procedures for obtaining a license certificate to use the mark, including requirements related to product safety, halal certification, and conformity with approved standards and technical regulations. It also outlines the obligations of establishments granted the right to use the mark, as well as provisions for administrative control and penalties for non-compliance. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 1-18) The "Made in the UAE" mark is an important initiative to promote and protect Emirati-made products. It provides a clear identification system for consumers, while also incentivizing manufacturers to meet quality standards and technical requirements. This is expected to boost the competitiveness of local industries and support the UAE's economic diversification efforts. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 1-18)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The scope of this Cabinet Resolution is to regulate the use of a "Made in the UAE" mark on manufactured products, including those produced in economic and free zones in the UAE. The purpose is to support and market local products, as well as improve their quality and competitiveness at local, regional and global levels. The Resolution aims to distinguish Emirati products that meet the requirements of approved specifications and standards. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 2-3)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- State: United Arab Emirates
- Minister: Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology
- Ministry: Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology
- Establishment: Any establishment, company or legal entity that may practice economic activity in the UAE
- Competent Authority: The federal or local authority, or whomever the Ministry delegates, to issue a license certificate to use the mark or to control and assess conformity
- Product: The fully or semi-manufactured material(s) produced by the industrial establishment
- Label: A card that includes any data and information written, printed, engraved, or stamped on the product
- Mark: A unified national badge to distinguish products manufactured in the UAE, accompanied by the phrase "Made in the Emirates"
- License Certificate to Use the Mark: A document issued by the Ministry authorizing an establishment to use the mark on registered and specified products
- Halal Certificate: A document certifying that products, services or production systems conform with Islamic Sharia
- Approved Standard Specifications "Technical Regulations": Specifications approved by the Ministry, referred to as the UAE Standard Specifications (UAE.S)
- Technical Regulations: A Cabinet resolution specifying mandatory technical requirements
- Conformity Assessment: Any activity used to verify that a good, product, material, or service meets relevant technical requirements
- Conformity Certificate: A document issued by the Ministry certifying the conformity of a product or batch to approved standards or technical regulations
(Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 1)
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The main obligations and requirements under this Resolution include: 1. Establishments must obtain an Industrial Production License issued by the Ministry to be eligible for a license certificate to use the "Made in the UAE" mark. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 4(1)(a)) 2. Establishments must obtain a Conformity Certificate to demonstrate their products meet approved standard specifications and technical regulations. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 4(1)(b)) 3. Establishments must fulfill the requirements of Federal Law No. 10 of 2018 on Product Safety and the UAE Law for Control of Halal Products, including obtaining a Halal Certificate for applicable products. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 4(1)(c-d)) 4. Establishments must not use the mark in a manner that offends, degrades, or misleads regarding the mark or the products. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 11(3-4)) 5. Establishments must stop using the mark upon expiry, suspension, withdrawal or cancellation of the license certificate, and must withdraw and return any non-conforming products. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 11(5,10))
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
To obtain a license certificate to use the "Made in the UAE" mark, an establishment must submit the following to the Ministry: 1. An Industrial Production License issued by the Ministry 2. A Conformity Certificate 3. Evidence of fulfilling product safety and halal requirements The Ministry will review the application and issue the license certificate within 15 business days if the requirements are met. The license is valid for 3 years and can be renewed. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 4-6)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The Resolution grants establishments that obtain a license certificate the right to: 1. Print, stick, hang or engrave the "Made in the UAE" mark on the products covered by the license, in accordance with the mark usage guide. 2. Put the mark on official papers of the licensed products and use it in advertising. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 10) The Resolution also provides protections by making the Ministry the exclusive owner of the intellectual property rights related to the mark. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 9)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is the main authority responsible for implementing and enforcing the provisions of this Resolution. Specifically: - The Ministry issues the license certificates to use the "Made in the UAE" mark. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 5) - The Ministry's employees have the right to inspect establishments, conduct market surveys, and review documents to ensure compliance. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 14) - The Ministry, in coordination with competent authorities, can take appropriate measures and impose penalties for violations. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 14)
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Resolution does not specify any penalties. It states that the Cabinet, based on the proposal of the Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and the Minister of Finance, shall issue a separate resolution regarding administrative violations and penalties to be imposed on violators of the provisions of this Resolution or its implementing resolutions. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 12)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution states that fees related to the implementation of its provisions shall be collected by the means specified by the Ministry of Finance. However, it does not provide any details on the specific fees or charges. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 7)
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Resolution does not specify any exemptions or exceptions to its scope of application. It states that the provisions shall apply to all manufactured products, including those produced in economic zones and free zones in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 3)
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Resolution provides a mechanism for appealing decisions made under its provisions. Any concerned person may submit a written complaint to the Minister, or their representative, against any decision issued based on this Resolution. The complaint must be submitted within 15 days of being notified of the decision and must be justified with supporting documents. The Minister, or their representative, must decide on the complaint within 30 days, and the decision shall be final. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 13)
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Resolution specifies the following key deadlines and time limits: - The documents submitted with the license application must be valid for at least 30 days from the date of submission. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 4(2)) - The Ministry must notify the applicant of its decision on the license application within 15 business days. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 5(3)) - The license certificate to use the mark is valid for 3 years and can be renewed for similar periods, provided the renewal request is submitted within 30 days of the expiration date. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 6) - Complaints against decisions must be submitted within 15 days of notification, and the Minister must decide on the complaint within 30 days. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Art. 13)
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
This Cabinet Resolution references and interacts with the following UAE laws and regulations: - Federal Law No. 1 of 1972 on the Competencies of Ministries and the Capacities of Ministers - Federal Law No. 14 of 2016 on Administrative Violations and Penalties in the Federal Government - Federal Law No. 10 of 2018 on Products Safety and its Executive Regulation - Federal Decree-Law No. 20 of 2020 on Standards and Metrology - Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies - Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2022 on the Regulation and Development of Industry - Cabinet Resolution No. 10 of 2014 on the UAE System for Control of Halal Products - Cabinet Resolution No. 35 of 2015 on the UAE System of Control on Conformity Assessment Bodies - Cabinet Resolution No. 25 of 2017 on the Regulation of the "Made in the UAE" Mark (which is repealed by this Resolution) - Cabinet Resolution No. 13 of 2021 on Fees of Services Provided by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Preamble)
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark was issued on 13 March 2023 and came into effect on 1 April 2023, as per the dates specified in the legislation. (Cabinet Resolution Concerning the "Made in the UAE" Mark, 2023, Issued Date and Effective Date)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Concerning the “Made in the UAE” Mark 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.