UAE & GCC Markets

    Food Label Localization
    for UAE & Dubai

    AI-powered Arabic translation, ESMA compliance validation, and Dubai Municipality registration support. Process hundreds of products in the time it takes to do one manually.

    Dubai Municipality CompliantESMA StandardsGSO 9/2019Halal Ready
    10,000+
    Products Approved by Dubai Municipality
    85%
    Time Saved
    Zero
    Translation Complaints
    Trusted by Carrefour GCC
    Dubai Municipality Ready
    ESMA Compliant Output
    GSO Standards

    UAE Food Labeling Regulations We Handle

    Navigating UAE food compliance is complex. ByteBeam automates compliance with all major regulatory requirements.

    Dubai Municipality

    Product registration through Montaji portal, label assessment, and food safety compliance

    ESMA

    Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology - UAE S.9:2017 labeling standards

    GSO Standards

    GCC Standardization Organization - GSO 9/2019 for pre-packaged foodstuff labeling

    The Problem with Manual Label Localization

    Traditional consultants charge by the hour and process labels one at a time. That doesn't scale.

    20 min
    per product

    Manual label localization requires extraction, translation, formatting, and compliance checks

    $200-1200
    per hour

    Typical regulatory consultancy rates for label compliance services in Dubai

    4-8 weeks
    delays

    Registration delays when labels have translation errors or compliance gaps

    What ByteBeam Automates for UAE Labels

    A 27-step AI workflow that handles everything from extraction to submission-ready labels.

    Automated Label Data Extraction

    AI extracts product names, ingredients, nutrition facts, allergens, and certifications from any packaging format—images, PDFs, or design files.

    Extract all label data in seconds

    Context-Aware Arabic Translation

    Industry-specific Arabic translation with proper terminology, right-to-left formatting, and cultural appropriateness for UAE market.

    Zero translation complaints

    NRV & Nutrition Calculations

    Automatic Nutrient Reference Value calculations, serving size conversions, and daily value percentages per UAE/GCC requirements.

    Compliant nutrition panels

    Halal & Certification Detection

    Identify halal certifications, organic labels, allergen declarations, and other compliance marks. Flag missing required certifications.

    Never miss required marks

    ESMA & GSO Compliance Validation

    Automated validation against UAE S.9:2017, GSO 9/2019, and Dubai Municipality requirements before submission.

    First-time approval

    Batch Processing at Scale

    Process 1 to 1,000+ products simultaneously. The same workflow that handles one product handles thousands.

    Scale without adding staff

    From Artwork to Dubai Municipality in 3 Steps

    What used to take 20 minutes per product now takes 3 minutes.

    01

    Upload Product Artwork

    Drop in packaging files for any number of products—from one to one thousand. We handle images, PDFs, AI files, and more.

    02

    AI Processes Everything

    Our 27-step workflow extracts data, translates to Arabic, calculates nutrition values, and validates against ESMA/Dubai Municipality requirements.

    03

    Review & Submit to Authorities

    Get pre-validated labels ready for Dubai Municipality Montaji submission. Your team reviews, approves, and submits with confidence.

    ByteBeam vs Traditional Consultants

    Why leading importers choose AI-powered localization over manual services.

    ByteBeam
    Traditional Consultants
    Time per product
    3 minutes
    20+ minutes
    Batch processing
    1,000+ products
    One at a time
    Pricing model
    Per product
    $200-1200/hour
    Scaling cost
    Linear
    Exponential
    Arabic translation
    AI + human review
    Manual only
    Compliance validation
    Automated checks
    Manual review
    Setup required
    No coding
    N/A

    Why Importers Choose ByteBeam

    85% Time Reduction

    From 20 minutes to 3 minutes per product. Process entire catalogs in days, not months.

    One Person, Team Output

    One compliance manager can now handle what used to require an entire team.

    First-Time Approvals

    Pre-validated labels mean fewer rejections and faster Dubai Municipality registration.

    Consistent Quality

    Every product gets the same thorough 27-step process. No variability, no shortcuts.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions about UAE food labeling and compliance

    What are the mandatory food labeling requirements in UAE?

    UAE food labels must include: product name in Arabic, complete ingredients list, net weight/volume, manufacturing and expiry dates (day-month-year format), country of origin, storage conditions, allergen declarations, nutrition facts panel, and local importer details. Labels must be in Arabic or bilingual Arabic/English per ESMA standards.

    How do I register food products with Dubai Municipality?

    Food products are registered through Dubai Municipality's Montaji portal. You need to submit product labels for assessment, provide packaging details, and ensure compliance with UAE labeling standards. ByteBeam prepares compliant labels that pass assessment, typically enabling approval in 5-7 working days.

    Can Arabic stickers be applied after import?

    No. UAE regulations require that Arabic stickers be applied before export and pre-approved by UAE authorities. Stickering cannot be completed upon entry to the UAE. ByteBeam ensures your labels are fully compliant before shipping.

    What's the difference between ESMA and Dubai Municipality?

    ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology) sets the national standards for labeling (like UAE S.9:2017). Dubai Municipality enforces these standards locally and handles product registration through the Montaji system. Both must be satisfied for legal sale in Dubai.

    How does ByteBeam handle halal certification requirements?

    ByteBeam automatically detects halal certification marks on source labels and ensures they're properly displayed on localized labels. For products requiring halal certification, the system flags this requirement and validates that proper certification documentation is referenced.

    Ready to Automate UAE Food Label Compliance?

    See how ByteBeam helped Carrefour get 10,000+ products approved by Dubai Municipality with zero translation complaints.