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Run a gap analysis to catch missing documents, Arabic label issues, classification errors, and certificate gaps, align with MOHAP/ESMA to speed UAE approvals.
7/15/2025
Regulatory Affairs Gap Analysis in the UAE:
Fix Issues Before You File
Getting approved in the UAE isn’t just about product quality—it’s about proving alignment with local rules, formats, and portals.
Regulatory Affairs Gap Analysis is the fastest way to identify what’s missing, correct it, and file with confidence.
This process uncovers compliance gaps before submission, saving you from costly rejections and delays during UAE product registration.
Why Product Files Fail (and How Gap Analysis Prevents It)
Most UAE rejections occur not because of product safety, but because of overlooked details such as:
Missing or incorrectly formatted documents (CFS, GMP, test reports, translations)
Wrong classification (supplement vs. cosmetic vs. medical)
Arabic labeling issues (phrasing, date formats, warnings, and font size)
Ingredient conflicts across authorities (banned/restricted lists, purity specifications)
Portal updates or form migrations that invalidate older templates
A Regulatory Affairs Gap Analysis identifies these issues early—ensuring smooth registration and faster approvals.
What Is a Regulatory Gap Analysis?
A structured, pre-submission audit comparing your product documentation, labeling, claims, and formulas against current UAE requirements from Dubai Municipality, MOHAP, ESMA, ECAS, and EQM.
The output is a detailed correction plan that helps you file accurately and confidently.
The Six-Step Compliance Check
1. Label Review (Arabic & English)
We examine label layout, warnings, translations, and font hierarchy to meet official specifications. Every Arabic line is verified for meaning, format, and placement.
2. Formula & Ingredient Screening
Each ingredient is cross-checked against restricted and banned lists, verifying purity levels, origin limits, and permitted use for your product category.
3. Product Classification Confirmation
Your SKUs are mapped to the correct registration path—food, supplement, cosmetic, or medical—to ensure the right portal, certificates, and testing process.
4. Documentation Audit
We review every certificate, legalization, and translation for accuracy, formatting, and expiration to meet authority expectations.
5. Claims Validation
Health, functional, and marketing claims are assessed for compliance and evidence. Any non-permissible phrases are flagged for correction.
6. Dossier & Portal Readiness
Your documents, files, and templates are checked against the latest portal requirements to avoid upload errors and resubmissions.
What You Receive
Gap Matrix: Highlights each issue, rule reference, severity, and the recommended fix.
Redlined Label Pack: Before-and-after comparison with compliant Arabic phrasing.
Formula Summary: Notes ingredient risks and reformulation suggestions.
Documentation Checklist: Lists missing or outdated certificates, with clear steps to correct them.
Submission Plan: Includes the right authority route, file names, and timelines for completion.
Everything is actionable, with assigned owners and deadlines for fast execution.
When to Use Regulatory Gap Analysis
Before entering the UAE market for the first time
When reformulating or updating product claims
After rule or portal updates (new forms or documentation requirements)
Following rejections or repeated clarifications
Running this analysis once can prevent multiple submission cycles and wasted time.
Results That Matter
Up to 70% fewer authority clarifications by correcting classification and documentation early
Faster approvals through compliance-aligned dossiers
Reduced rework costs by fixing errors before submission
Examples:
A supplement line avoided relabeling 4,000 units after label and Arabic text corrections.
A cosmetics importer cut registration time by 50% through correct reclassification and updated certificates.
How the Process Works
Collect: You share product labels, claims, formulas, and certificates.
Audit: Our experts perform the six-step analysis and create your gap report.
Implement: Your team—or ours—applies the fixes and prepares the final submission package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need this for every product?
No. It’s most valuable for new launches, reformulations, and products with past approval issues.
Can my team handle the fixes?
Yes. We provide detailed corrective instructions, or our team can manage updates on your behalf.
How long does it take?
Most gap analyses take 7–10 working days, depending on the number of SKUs and document completeness.
Does it guarantee approval?
It ensures your file is complete and aligned with current standards—reducing rejection risk and improving approval speed.
Why Choose Product Registration UAE
Our team combines local regulatory knowledge with international quality expertise, ensuring your products meet every authority’s expectations.
We deliver clear action plans, track progress, and support you through submission.
Contact us or use the chatbot to share your product details. We’ll return a tailored gap analysis plan built for your category and timeline.
Related Reads
Learn the key causes of rejection in Why First-Time Brands Fail UAE Product Registration
Discover how small issues spiral in What Are the Penalties for Non-Compliance in UAE?
Make sure your label meets standards with What UAE Authorities Check on Supplement Labels
Not sure what your UAE dossier should include? This guide breaks it down step-by-step.
