Certificate of Analysis Legalization for the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is a scientific document verifying the composition, quality, and safety of a product. It is typically issued by manufacturers, laboratories, or testing facilities and is often required for pharmaceuticals, food products, cosmetics, medical devices, and chemicals exported to the UAE.
To ensure acceptance by UAE regulatory authorities, ministries, or importers, a COA issued in the United States must be properly authenticated and legalized.
The Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Washington, D.C., in collaboration with the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce, facilitates this process for official use in the UAE.
Legalization Process
To make the Certificate of Analysis valid for use in the UAE, the document must undergo the following steps:
Notarization – By a commissioned U.S. notary public (if applicable).
State Authentication – Certified by the Secretary of State where the COA was issued.
U.S. Department of State Authentication – Federal verification (if required).
Chamber Certification – Certified by the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce.
Embassy Legalization – Final legalization by the Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C.
Each step ensures the COA is officially issued, verified, and recognized before submission to UAE authorities.
Notarized Company Document Processing Time & Fees.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $80 | - |
| Maryland notary, court and state fees | $15 | 1 |
| Embassy of UAE fee | $700 | 8 |
| Total | $795 | 9 business days |
About the Certificate of Analysis
A Certificate of Analysis typically includes:
Product name and description
Batch or lot number
Manufacturing and expiration dates
Detailed list of tested parameters (e.g., purity, strength, pH, microbial levels)
Laboratory results and conclusions
Signature of the responsible analyst or quality control officer
Legalizing the COA confirms that your product meets UAE quality and safety standards for regulatory compliance, import clearance, and official submissions.
When Is Legalization Required in the UAE?
A legalized Certificate of Analysis is commonly required for:
Importing pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or chemicals into the UAE
Registering food products, cosmetics, or supplements with UAE authorities
Submitting documentation for tender applications or customs clearance
Verifying laboratory-tested quality standards for commercial or governmental purposes
Without legalization, UAE authorities may reject or not recognize the COA, causing delays or non-compliance.
Start the Legalization Process
Ensure your Certificate of Analysis is fully authenticated before submission to UAE ministries, banks, or import authorities.
The Embassy of the UAE in Washington, D.C., together with the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce, manages the complete legalization process, confirming the COA’s validity and acceptance in the UAE.