Author: Hanoof Al Naama
Published: April 22, 2024
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a major player in the global textile industry. Strategically located at the crossroads of trade routes, the UAE boasts a well-established infrastructure and a strong focus on exports, making it a prime location for clothing brand manufacturers and apparel industries.
With a thriving apparel manufacturing market catering to both regional and international audiences, the UAE provides fertile ground for aspiring manufacturers. The robust infrastructure and established export channels create a supportive environment for businesses to flourish.
This guide delves specifically into the exciting opportunities within the "Manufacture of Wearing Apparel, Except Fur" category, discussing the business activities suitable for entrepreneurs seeking to establish a successful manufacturing of clothing business in the UAE. The guide covers the specific business activities you can include under your trade license when venturing into clothing manufacturing within the UAE.
This business activity encompasses the production of various types of clothing items but excludes those made specifically from fur. The scope of this class is quite broad, covering a wide range of materials and garment types.
Included Activities:
Description: This involves creating clothing and accessories from leather or composition leather, specifically designed for protection and durability in industrial settings.
Examples:
Description: This covers clothing designed for specific jobs or industries.
Examples:
Description: This is a broad category encompassing various outerwear made from woven fabrics (like cotton or wool), knitted fabrics (like sweaters), crocheted fabrics, or non-woven materials (like felt). It applies to clothing for men, women, and children.
Product Types:
Materials: Woven, knitted or crocheted fabric, nonwovens, etc.
Description: This includes undergarments made from woven or knitted fabrics and lace. It covers garments for men, women, and children.
Product Types:
Materials: Woven, knitted or crocheted fabric, lace, etc.
Description: This category focuses on clothing specifically designed for babies, as well as activewear.
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Description: This covers headwear of all shapes and sizes.
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Description: This includes a wide range of items that complement clothing.
Product Types:
Description: This refers to the process of creating garments made to fit a specific person's measurements.
Description: This refers specifically to hats and caps made primarily from fur skins.
Description: It covers footwear made from textile materials (fabrics) but excludes items where the sole is attached separately during the manufacturing process.
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The following items are NOT included in the "Manufacture of Wearing Apparel, Except Fur" classification:
All business activities under codes 1410.00, 1410.01, 1410.02, 1410.03, 1410.04, 1410.05, 1410.06, 1410.07, 1410.08, 1410.09, and 1410.10 require third-party approval from Sharjah Municipality, post-acquiring of the business license.
Exemption Status: Business activities 1410.00, 1410.01, 1410.02, 1410.03, 1410.04, 1410.05, 1410.06, 1410.07, 1410.08, 1410.09, and 1410.10 are exempt from the Economic Substance Return filing requirement.
Exemption Status: Business activities 1410.00, 1410.01, 1410.02, 1410.03, 1410.04, 1410.05, 1410.06, 1410.07, 1410.08, 1410.09, and 1410.10 are exempt from Anti-Money Laundering compliance requirements.
| Activity Code | Description | Third-Party Approval | Economic Substance | AML Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1410.00 | Manufacture of Wearing Apparel, Except Fur Apparel | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.01 | Manufacture of wearing apparel made of leather or composition leather | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.02 | Manufacture of workwear | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.03 | Manufacture of other outerwear | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.04 | Manufacture of underwear and nightwear | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.05 | Manufacture of babies' garments, tracksuits, ski suits, swimwear | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.06 | Manufacture of hats and caps | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.07 | Manufacture of other clothing accessories | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.08 | Custom tailoring | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.09 | Manufacture of headgear of fur skins | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
| 1410.10 | Manufacture of footwear of textile material without applied soles | Sharjah Municipality | Exempt | Exempt |
For entrepreneurs looking to establish a clothing manufacturing business in the UAE, SPC Free Zone offers several resources:
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This guide is published by SPC Free Zone to help entrepreneurs understand the business activities and licensing requirements for establishing a clothing manufacturing business in the UAE.