Legislation Details
- Full Title: Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products
- Law Type: Cabinet Resolution
- Law Number: 25 of 2022
- Issued Date: 28 Mar 2022
- Effective Date: 16 Apr 2022
- Official Gazette: No. 725
- Sector: Industry and Technical Standardisation
- Status: Active
- Number of Articles: 35
- Chapters/Parts: 0
- Amendments: 0
Summary
This Cabinet Resolution regulates the requirements for outdoor lighting products in the United Arab Emirates. It establishes standards for electrical safety, energy efficiency, functional requirements, and hazardous chemical content of these products. The Resolution also outlines the obligations of suppliers, sales outlets, and web hosting platforms, as well as the responsibilities of the competent authorities for market surveillance and enforcement. The aim is to ensure the safety, energy efficiency, and environmental sustainability of outdoor lighting products in the UAE. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1-17) The Resolution is significant for businesses and individuals in the UAE as it sets clear technical and compliance requirements for the sale and use of outdoor lighting products. Failure to meet these standards can result in penalties, product withdrawal, and other enforcement actions. Compliance with the Resolution will help promote energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and ensure the safety of outdoor lighting infrastructure across the country. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1-17)
What is the scope and purpose of this law?
The provisions of this Cabinet Resolution apply to all non-domestic lighting products that operate with or without control devices, as well as standalone control devices and lighting products integrated into other products. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 2(1)) The purpose is to regulate the technical requirements for outdoor lighting products in the UAE, including electrical safety, energy efficiency, functional specifications, and hazardous chemical content. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 3-6)
What are the key definitions under this law?
The Resolution provides the following key definitions:
- State: United Arab Emirates (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Ministry: Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Minister: Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Competent Authorities: Federal or local government authorities authorized to implement the provisions of this Resolution (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Standard Specification: A document that defines the attributes of a commodity, product, material, service, or anything subject to measurement (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Approved Standard Specifications: The specifications approved by the Ministry and referred to as United Arab Emirates Standard Specifications (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Conformity Certificate: A certificate issued by the Ministry confirming that a product complies with the requirements of the approved or mandatory standard specification (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Conformity Assessment Body: A body registered, accredited or accepted by the Ministry to carry out conformity assessment procedures (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Non-Domestic Lighting Product: Any product used for lighting outside residential homes, including street lighting products and public places (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Integrated Lighting Products: Lighting lamp products that are part of another product and are not used independently (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Lighting Products: Electric lamps or any devices, tools, or equipment that can be used individually or with other complementary tools used for the purpose of lighting (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Supplier: The manufacturer, transporter, packer, assembler, processor, agent or storer of the product or any main or sub-distributor whose activity has an impact on the characteristics of the product, or any commercial or legal representative responsible for importing the product subject to the provisions of this resolution (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Energy Efficiency Label: The document issued by the Ministry identifying the classification of lighting products by stars according to their energy efficiency (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Web Hosting Platforms: Entities or companies that provide space rental services for the virtual store (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
- Lighting Products Waste: Waste resulting from lighting products after the end of their operational life or due to breakage (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 1(1))
What are the main obligations and requirements?
The key obligations and requirements under this Resolution include: 1. Suppliers and providers of products must obtain the Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS) Conformity Certificate and the Energy Efficiency Label for their products. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(1)) 2. Suppliers must ensure that each standalone lighting product is provided with an Energy Efficiency Label on the packaging, and that product information is entered into the Ministry's database. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(1)(a)) 3. For lighting products integrated into other products, suppliers must provide information on the integrated lighting components and instructions for safe removal and inspection. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(1)(b)) 4. For lighting products containing mercury or other hazardous chemicals, suppliers must provide information on the environmental and health impacts, as well as instructions for safe installation and disposal. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(1)(c)) 5. Sales outlets must ensure the availability of the Conformity Certificate and Energy Efficiency Label for each lighting product, and display the label for remote and visual advertisements. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(2)) 6. Web hosting platforms must display the Energy Efficiency Label and product information provided by the supplier for any lighting products sold through their platforms. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(3))
What licensing, registration, or approval requirements exist?
The Resolution requires suppliers to apply for and obtain a Conformity Certificate from the Ministry in order to place their lighting products on the market. The key requirements for obtaining the Conformity Certificate are: 1. Submitting an application to register the product with the Ministry. 2. Providing a copy of a valid industrial or commercial license. 3. Signing the Conformity Declaration in the form approved by the Ministry. 4. Submitting all documents and data related to the product's compliance with the technical requirements. 5. Determining the nominal characteristics of the product to be recorded on the label. The Conformity Certificate is valid for one year and must be renewed annually if the product continues to meet the requirements. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 8)
What rights and protections does this law provide?
The Resolution does not explicitly outline any specific rights or protections granted to individuals or businesses. The focus is on establishing technical requirements and compliance obligations for suppliers, sales outlets, and web hosting platforms in relation to outdoor lighting products. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022)
Which authorities or bodies are responsible for enforcement?
The key authorities and responsibilities under this Resolution are: 1. The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology is responsible for: a. Issuing the Conformity Certificate for lighting products. b. Approving the standard specifications referenced in the Resolution. c. Conducting factory visits and product testing as necessary. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 8) 2. The Competent Authorities (federal or local government entities) are responsible for: a. Monitoring the market to ensure products have the required Conformity Certificate. b. Ensuring products meet the Energy Efficiency Label requirements. c. Coordinating with the Ministry to withdraw non-compliant products. d. Coordinating with the Ministry for product sampling and testing. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 7(4))
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The Resolution does not specify any penalties for non-compliance. It focuses on the technical requirements and compliance obligations for suppliers, sales outlets, and web hosting platforms, but does not outline any enforcement mechanisms or sanctions. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022)
What fees, charges, or financial provisions are specified?
The Resolution does not specify any fees, charges, or financial provisions related to the regulation of outdoor lighting products. It does state that the manufacturer/supplier shall bear the costs of any product inspection or testing required by the Ministry during the product conformity period. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 8(3))
What exemptions or exceptions apply?
The Resolution exempts the lighting products specified in Annex 3 from the application of its provisions. However, the text does not provide any details on which specific products are exempted. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 2(2))
How are disputes resolved under this law?
The Resolution does not outline any specific dispute resolution mechanisms. It only states that the Ministry has the right to conduct factory visits and attend required product tests, but does not mention any procedures for resolving disputes between the Ministry, suppliers, or other parties. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 8(5))
What are the key deadlines and time limits?
The Resolution specifies the following key deadlines and time limits: 1. The Conformity Certificate issued under this Resolution is valid for one year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 8(2)) 2. The Resolution does not provide any other specific deadlines or time limits for compliance or other actions.
How does this law interact with other UAE legislation?
The Resolution references the following related UAE legislation: 1. Federal Law No. (1) of 1972 Regarding the Competences of Ministries and the Powers of Ministers, as amended. 2. Federal Law No. (24) of 1999 Regarding the Protection and Development of the Environment, as amended. 3. Federal Law No. (19) of 2016 Regarding the Combat of Commercial Fraud. 4. Federal Law No. (10) of 2018 Regarding Product Safety, as amended. 5. Federal Law No. (15) of 2020 Regarding Consumer Protection. 6. Federal Law by Decree No. (20) of 2020 Regarding Standardization and Metrology. 7. Cabinet Resolution No. (34) of 2013 Regarding the UAE Regulation for Lighting Products and their Control. 8. Cabinet Resolution No. (35) of 2015 Regarding the UAE Regulation for the Control of Conformity Assessment Bodies. 9. Cabinet Resolution No. (10) of 2017 Regarding the UAE Regulation for the Control of Restricted Hazardous Substance Levels in Electrical and Electronic Devices. The Resolution states that products registered under the previous lighting regulations (Cabinet Resolution No. 34 of 2013) do not need to be registered under the RoHS requirements (Cabinet Resolution No. 10 of 2017). (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Art. 6(2))
When did this law come into effect?
This Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products was issued on 28 March 2022 and came into effect on 16 April 2022, as published in the Official Gazette No. 725. (Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products, 2022, Issued Date and Effective Date)
Source Documents
This article analyses Cabinet Resolution Regarding the Regulation of Outdoor Lighting Products 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.