Consumer Protection (UAE) LawCabinet Resolution No. (120) of 2022 on the Rules and Controls for Pricing Consumer Goods in the State

Article (1) Definitions For the purpose of applying the provisions of this Resolution, the following words and expressions shall have the meanings assigned thereto respectively, unless the context requires otherwise: The State (UAE) : The United Arab Emirates. The Minister : The Minister of Economy. The Ministry : The Ministry of Economy. Competent Department : The Department in charge of consumer and competition protection at the Ministry. Competent Authority : The local authority in the Emirate in charge of supervising and controlling the business of Retailers and Suppliers in

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Cabinet Resolution of 2022 on the Rules and Controls for Pricing Consumer Goods in the State 2 the…

Article (2) Objectives This Resolution is intended to: 1. Liberalize prices of Consumer Goods in the State, so as to serve competition in the trade of Consumer Goods between the Retailer and the Supplier; and 2. Monitor prices of basic goods, so as to ensure Consumer protection and that they receive basic goods at affordable prices, by establishing a balance in contractual relations of basic goods trade between the Retailer and the Supplier.

Article (3) Scope of Application The provisions of this Resolution shall apply to all Consumer Goods sold by the Supplier and the Retailer in the State.

Article (4) Liberalization of Consumer Goods Prices The Consumer Goods prices shall be set in the State according to the market rules, principles of free competition and supply and demand factors, without prejudice to the provisions of the legislation in force in the State on the consumer and competition protection.

Article (5) Monitoring Basic Consumer Goods Prices 1. Notwithstanding the provisions of Article (4) of this Resolution, the following Basic Consumer Goods prices shall be monitored by the Ministry and the Competent Authorities: a. Cooking oil; b. Egg; c. Dairy; d. Rice;

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Cabinet Resolution of 2022 on the Rules and Controls for Pricing Consumer Goods in the State 4 e. Sugar; f. Poultry; g. Legumes; h. Bread; and i. Wheat. 2. Upon the proposal of the Minister and in coordination with the Competent Authorities, the Cabinet may adjust the Basic Consumer Goods list by increase or decrease, in accordance with the circumstances and developments in the State's markets or overseas marke…

Article (6) Coordination with the Competent Authorities 1. The Ministry shall, in coordination with the Competent Authorities, monitor the pricing of Basic Consumer Goods to ensure that no increases in prices are applied without obtaining the Ministry's prior approval. 2. When the Ministry and the Competent Authorities monitor both the Supplier and the Retailer, they shall ensure stable or lower selling price for the Basic Consumer Goods for the Consumer, as per the circumstances and exigencies of the situation. 3. The Ministry shall set a mechanism for coordination with the Competent Authorities on the implementation of the present Resolution. A resolution shall be issued by the Minister on…

Article (7) Administrative Violations and Penalties The Cabinet shall issue, at the Minister's proposal and following coordination with the relevant authorities, a resolution on the administrative violations and penalties to be imposed on those who violate any of the provisions set forth in this Resolution or the resolutions to be issued to implement its provisions.

Article (8) Implementing Resolutions The Minister shall issue, in coordination with the Competent Authorities, the resolutions necessary for implementing the provisions of this Resolution.

Article (9) Publication and Entry into Force of the Resolution This Resolution shall be published in the Official Gazette, and shall enter into force (60) sixty days after the publication date thereof. Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Prime Minister Issued by Us Dated: 6 th Jumada Al-Akhirah 1444 AH, Corresponding to: 30 th December 2022 AD

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