Cotecna Middle East

Present in the Middle East for over 25 years, Cotecna currently has offices and labs in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Saudi Arabia & Egypt

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Earlier this week, our Saudi Arabia team celebrated Saudi National Day, recognising the Kingdom’s heritage, achievements and continued progress. 🇸🇦

We’re proud to celebrate the values of innovation, ambition and partnership shaping Saudi Arabia’s future.

#SaudiNationalDay

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Cotecna recently hosted a Chinese-language webinar helping manufacturers navigate VOC requirements for African & Middle Eastern markets, covering certification, testing, inspections and audits.

📖 Read more: https://t.co/mrDOcLwDzH
📩 Contact us: https://t.co/F1Z5dlGrJF

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Exporting food to Qatar? 🇶🇦

Small labelling mistakes can mean costly delays or border rejection. Learn what information, format and language Qatar requires, and get your labels export-ready with Cotecna.

Read more: https://t.co/P5Z35aQkiA

#FoodExports #QatarCompliance #Cotecna

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🦺 Exporting PPE to Saudi Arabia?

SASO now temporarily accepts additional EN & US standards for test reports supporting Certificates of Conformity under the PPE Technical Regulation. Review the updated standards and certification impact.

📖 Read more: https://t.co/yfU6RE51Tz

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🧻 Exporting facial tissue to Saudi Arabia?

SASO has clarified labeling requirements for facial tissue products. Manufacturers and exporters should review packaging information to support compliance and certification.

🔗 https://t.co/W18lKICHBa

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🎨 Exporting paint to Saudi Arabia? From 1 Oct 2026, the Environmental Performance Efficiency Label becomes mandatory under SASO’s Paints & Varnishes regulation. Manufacturers & distributors should prepare now.

🔗 Full update: https://t.co/o79IJSDvS8

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Think G‑Mark is only for toys? Think again.

Exporters must comply across GCC for appliances, lighting, plugs & chargers.

Learn how this programme impacts multiple categories in our latest article 👉 https://t.co/kPlMg2WVGM

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GCC exporters: GSO has announced new certification controls and Saudi compliance requirements that may affect testing, certification files and conformity assessment.

Are your products ready?

📖 Read more: https://t.co/AqSEPXvVQd

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🚨 New SASO requirements

Selected products under HS Codes 39219010 & 39219090 now require a Ministry-approved Product Declaration before SABER certification.

🔗 Read the update: https://t.co/qeYNqMLcNB

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SASO 3114:2026 is coming into force for ICT equipment in Saudi Arabia.

📅 Mandatory: 1 Nov 2026
📅 Previous certificates expire: 31 Mar 2027

Key dates & transition requirements: 🔗 https://t.co/0zlxNwspue

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Expanding compliance support in the UAE! 🇦🇪

Cotecna Dubai’s expanded MOIAT-approved scope now covers more product categories under ECAS and EQM, including food, consumer goods and lighting.

🔗 Discover what’s new: https://t.co/GyiuuNzCSt

#UAE #Compliance #ECAS #EQM #Cotecna

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Exporting washing machines to Oman? 🇴🇲

Ensure compliance with Oman LVE, including technical, labeling & certification requirements. Cotecna helps secure your Certificate of Conformity and meet DGSM requirements.

Guide: https://t.co/67De5XaPjO
Quote: https://t.co/vOfZ0V6o6j

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Are you ready for Oman’s evolving certification rules?

🇴🇲 Exporters must know the difference between a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) and the Omani Quality Mark (OQM).

Learn key differences, why OQM matters, and how Cotecna can help

👉 https://t.co/kvC9Lggb5e

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🏗️ Exporting building materials to Saudi Arabia?

Some products may require the Saudi Quality Mark (SQM).

Learn which products are covered, the certification process, and how to prepare for compliance.

📖 https://t.co/wgRnNFwmYb

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🚗 Exporting auto spare parts to Saudi Arabia?

Don’t let compliance slow you down. Many products require conformity assessment via SABER, including PCOC and SCOC, before shipment.

Get requirements right to avoid delays and extra costs.

📩 https://t.co/F1Z5dlGrJF

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🇦🇪 Cotecna Dubai expands its MOIAT scope! 🎉

New product categories now covered under ECAS & EQM, including food, consumer goods & lighting. Supporting compliance & market access across the UAE.

🔗 Contact us: https://t.co/F1Z5dlGrJF

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🚢 Exporting cement to Saudi Arabia? You’ll need SQM certification under SASO rules.

Cotecna guides you through testing, factory audits & ongoing compliance—making sure you meet Saudi standards.

Get SQM certified today 👉 https://t.co/F1Z5dlGrJF

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💧 Exporting bottled water to the UAE? EQM certification is mandatory. Cotecna supports you from documentation and factory audits to certification.

🔗 https://t.co/og1iuFe7M1

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Exporting food to Qatar? 🇶🇦

Small labelling errors can mean costly delays, border rejections, or penalties. Get it right the first time with Cotecna’s expert label reviews and certification support.

Ready to export? Contact us: https://t.co/F1Z5dlGrJF

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🚨 SFDA introduces new asbestos verification rules for cosmetics. Products with talc & mineral‑based ingredients face stricter checks before Saudi certification.

Exporters—see which categories are affected & what it means for you 👉 https://t.co/qb6lLKliLx