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UAE Issues Cabinet Decision No. 107 on Combating Commercial Fraud

The UAE Cabinet has issued Cabinet Decision No. 107 of 2026 as the implementing regulation for Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2023 on Combating Commercial Fraud. The regulation establishes detailed procedures for inspections, product seizures, mandatory recalls, and formal settlements. It also sets stricter reporting deadlines and defines direct intervention powers for the Ministry of Economy and Tourism.

Published Source: Baker McKenzie
Issuing authority
UAE Cabinet
Jurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Publication date
September 29, 2026
Stage
Final rule
Official document
Cabinet Decision No. 107 of 2026
Official source
www.bakermckenzie.com

The UAE Cabinet has issued Cabinet Decision No. 107 of 2026, serving as the implementing regulation for Federal Decree-Law No. 42 of 2023 on Combating Commercial Fraud, according to Baker McKenzie.

The newly issued regulation outlines specific procedures governing official inspections, product seizures, mandatory withdrawals, product disposal, and formal settlements. It introduces accelerated product recall timelines alongside mandatory reporting requirements for businesses dealing with counterfeit, adulterated, or defective goods.

Under the decision, specific operational circumstances are defined enabling the Ministry of Economy and Tourism to intervene directly to enforce commercial integrity standards. Companies operating in the UAE are required to adapt their internal compliance procedures and supply-chain monitoring to meet the updated enforcement rules.

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