ECAS — Emirates Conformity
Assessment Scheme UAE
The UAE's conformity assessment scheme for controlled product categories, administered by MoIAT. It applies to products in regulated categories that are imported, manufactured, or sold in the UAE.
Product Categories
ECAS-Controlled Product Categories
ECAS applies to six regulated product categories. UCS provides conformity assessment support across all categories — from initial testing to MoIAT certificate issuance.
Food & Energy Drinks
Packaged food products and energy/sports drinks requiring conformity assessment before UAE market entry.
- Packaged Food Products
- Energy Drinks
- Sports Drinks
- Fortified Beverages
Chemical & FCM
Chemicals and Food Contact Materials (FCM) including packaging, containers, and utensils that come into contact with food.
- Chemical Products
- Food Packaging Materials
- Kitchen Utensils & Containers
- Food Contact Coatings
Tobacco Products
All tobacco and nicotine products including cigarettes, cigars, shisha, and smokeless tobacco assessed under UAE tobacco regulations.
- Cigarettes & Cigars
- Shisha & Waterpipe Tobacco
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Nicotine Pouches
Cosmetics & Perfumes
Skincare, haircare, makeup, and fragrance products assessed for ingredient compliance with UAE cosmetics regulations.
- Skincare & Moisturisers
- Haircare Products
- Makeup & Colour Cosmetics
- Perfumes & Fragrances
Electrical (LVE, RoHS, EESL, E-Nicotine)
Electrical and electronic equipment assessed under LVE (Low Voltage Equipment), RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), EESL (Energy Efficiency & Labelling), and E-Nicotine regulations.
- Low Voltage Equipment (LVE)
- RoHS-Regulated Electronics
- Energy Efficiency Labelled Appliances (EESL)
- E-Cigarettes & E-Nicotine Devices
Metrology
Measuring instruments and weighing equipment requiring legal metrology verification and conformity marking for use in trade and regulated environments.
- Weighing Instruments
- Fuel Dispensers & Flow Meters
- Measuring Tapes & Rulers
- Medical Measuring Devices
Why Certify
Benefits of ECAS Certification
For businesses importing or manufacturing controlled products in the UAE, ECAS certification is non-negotiable — and a powerful proof of compliance.
Regulatory Compliance
ECAS applies to controlled product categories that are imported, manufactured, or sold in the UAE.
UAE Market Entry
Without a valid ECAS certificate, products in controlled categories will be detained at UAE customs and cannot enter the market.
MoIAT Authority Recognition
Issued under the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) structure — the UAE's official national standards and conformity body.
Reduced Compliance Risk
Certified products are protected against market withdrawal, fines, and reputational damage from regulatory non-compliance in UAE.
Streamlined Import Process
ECAS-certified products clear UAE customs more efficiently, reducing delays, demurrage charges, and supply chain disruption.
Consumer Safety Assurance
ECAS testing verifies that products are safe for UAE consumers — free from prohibited substances, hazardous materials, and non-compliant components.
Certification Requirements
What ECAS Certification Involves
ECAS requirements vary by product category. Core elements common to all categories include product registration, laboratory testing against applicable UAE technical regulations, and documentation review.
About ECAS
Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT)
MoIAT's Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme (ECAS) establishes a structured regulatory structure for controlled product categories entering or produced in the UAE. The scheme ensures products meet UAE technical regulations before they reach consumers.
ECAS-certified products are registered on MoIAT's National Product Register (NPR), enabling efficient tracking and market surveillance by UAE regulatory authorities.
Ready to Get ECAS Certification for Your Products?
Contact our regulatory compliance team today for a free assessment. We handle the full ECAS process — from product registration to MoIAT certificate issuance.