Sweets & Candies Preparing License UAE

ISIC classification: Beverage serving activities (5630)

Typically requires Designated Zone status for VAT purposes

About this activity

Artisanal production and packaging of oriental sweets, chocolates, fudges, and candies for retail and event catering. Excludes chemical sugar refining or industrial confectionery factory production. Subject to municipal food hygiene labeling standards.

Regulatory requirements

Requires external approval — Local Municipality (Food Control)

100% foreign ownershipYes

Facility requirementCommercial Confectionery Kitchen / Outlet

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