Natural Cleaning & Hygiene Chemicals and Supplies

Natural Cleaning & Hygiene Chemicals And Supplies refers to the business activity of manufacturing, distributing, and selling cleaning products and hygiene supplies that are derived from natural or environmentally friendly sources. This includes products such as natural soaps, eco-friendly detergents, biodegradable cleaning agents, and sustainable hygiene supplies. The focus is on providing effective cleaning and hygiene solutions while minimising the use of harsh chemicals and reducing environmental impact. 

The business activities that fall under Natural Cleaning & Hygiene Chemicals And Supplies are:

Retail sale of cleaning materials (4773.08): This refers to the selling or retailing of a wide range of cleaning products and materials to customers. This includes cleaning agents, detergents, disinfectants, sanitizers, as well as various cleaning tools, equipment, and accessories. To fall under the category of “Natural Cleaning & Hygiene Chemicals and Supplies,” a retailer in this business activity would specialise in offering natural or environmentally friendly cleaning materials. This means sourcing and selling products that are formulated with natural ingredients, free from harsh chemicals, and designed to have minimal impact on the environment.

• Third-party Approval: No third-party approvals are required for this business activity
• Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 4773.08 is exempt from this requirement.
• Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 4773.08 is exempt from this requirement.

Manufacture of soap and detergents, cleaning and polishing preparations, perfumes, and toilet preparations (2023.00) Not available for selection in Meydan Free Zone : This involves the manufacturing of a wide range of products related to personal care, cleaning, and hygiene. This includes the production of organic surface-active agents, soap, and paper or materials coated with soap or detergent. It also encompasses the manufacturing of crude glycerol, a byproduct of soap and biodiesel production. The production of surface-active preparations involves the manufacturing of washing powders, detergents, dishwashing preparations, and textile softeners. Additionally, the business activity covers the production of cleaning and polishing products, such as room perfumes, artificial waxes, polishes and creams for leather, wood, coachwork, glass, and metal, as well as scouring pastes and powders.

Furthermore, the manufacture of perfumes and toilet preparations includes a variety of products like perfumes, toilet water, beauty and makeup preparations, sunburn prevention and suntan products, manicure and pedicure preparations, shampoos, hair lacquers, waving and straightening preparations, dentifrices, shaving preparations, deodorants, bath salts, and depilatories. However, it is important to note that the class excludes the manufacturing of chemically defined compounds, glycerol synthesised from petroleum products, and the extraction and refining of natural essential oils.

If the business specifically focuses on producing cleaning and hygiene products that are made from natural ingredients, free from harsh chemicals, and formulated to have minimal impact on the environment, it can be considered as part of the “Natural Cleaning & Hygiene Chemicals and Supplies” category. 

While UAE permits business activity Manufacture of soap and detergents, cleaning and polishing preparations, perfumes, and toilet preparations (2023.00), it is not available for selection in Meydan Free Zone.

• Third-party Approval (POST): After obtaining a license from the respective authority, it’s necessary to obtain third-party approval from the Environment Departments (Dubai Municipality).
• Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 2023.00 is exempt from this requirement.
• Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 2023.00 is exempt from this requirement.

Brooms & Cleaning Articles Manufacturing (3290.96) Not available for selection in Meydan Free Zone : This involves the production of various items used for cleaning purposes. This includes the manufacturing of brooms, brushes, mops, feather dusters, paint brushes, paint pads and rollers, squeegees, and other related cleaning tools and equipment. Specifically, the activity encompasses the production of brooms and brushes, including those that are part of machines or hand-operated mechanical floor sweepers. It also includes the manufacturing of mops and feather dusters, which are commonly used for cleaning floors and surfaces. Additionally, the activity involves the production of paint brushes, paint pads, and rollers, which are essential tools for painting and applying coatings. Squeegees, used for removing liquids or cleaning surfaces, are also included in this business activity. Other brushes, brooms, and mops fall within the scope of this manufacturing process as well.

However, it’s important to note that the production of novelty items made from paper or plastic materials is not considered part of this specific business activity.

If the brooms and cleaning articles manufacturing business incorporates sustainable practices and materials into their production process, they could align with the principles of natural cleaning and hygiene. For example, if the brooms are made from sustainably sourced materials like bamboo or natural fibres, and the cleaning tools are designed for durability and reusability, it could be considered a step towards eco-friendly cleaning practices. 

While UAE permits business activity Brooms & Cleaning Articles Manufacturing (3290.96), it is not available for selection in Meydan Free Zone.

• Third-party Approval (POST): After obtaining a license from the respective authority,
• it’s necessary to obtain third-party approval from the Environment Departments (Dubai Municipality).
• Filing of Economic Substance Return: Business activity 3290.96 is exempt from this requirement.
• Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: Business activity 3290.96 is exempt from this requirement.

Please note that while the UAE allows business activities under codes 2023.00 and 3290.96, these are not available for selection within the Meydan Free Zone.