Is mad honey legal in United Arab Emirates?
Yes, but with restrictions.
Dubai Municipality Food Control conservative on novel foods.
Regulatory Body
Dubai Municipality Food Control; Emirates Authority for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA)
Statute
Federal Food Safety Law
Import Rules
Commercial import requires ESMA product registration
Medical Claims
Strict
United Arab Emirates — Legal FAQs
Is mad honey legal in the UAE? +
Personal imports inconsistent; commercial sale requires ESMA/Dubai Municipality clearance.
Last verified
This page was last verified on 2026-04-18. Laws and import rules change — always confirm with local customs and legal counsel before commercial activity.