Tomato Paste Manufacturing
Mainland License — Compare Across 4 UAE Emirates
Cheapest from
AED 600
Ajman
4 emirates available
Government Fee Comparison
Ajman DED — Flat fee
AED 600
Flat AED 600 license fee + ~AED 3,900 mandatory DED fees. Total minimum ~AED 4,5
Base AED 8,000 + 5% rent
AED 9,500
30K rent
AED 10,500
50K rent
AED 12,000
80K rent
SEDD — Per-license (quote required)
Approvals: Civil Defense Department, Sharjah Municipality - Health Department
Quote required
Fees calculated per-license based on license type, legal form, and activities. C
RAK DED — Category-based
AED 400–10,000
RAK uses 5 fee categories (AED 400-10,000). Exact category depends on activity.
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About This Activity
Includes making tomato paste by cooking tomatoes to reduce moisture, then straining them to remove the seeds and skin, and cooking them again to produce the thick paste
Our Analysis
Ajman charges AED 600 flat for a tomato paste manufacturing license — the cheapest industrial licensing in the UAE. Mandatory DED charges push the real total to AED 4,500. Dubai's formula starts at AED 8,000 before factory rent factors in. Sharjah and RAK both offer this activity.
Food manufacturing in the UAE serves two markets: domestic consumption and GCC re-export. The country imports over 90% of its food, creating government incentive for local production. Tomato paste — used in practically every cuisine served in the UAE — is a high-volume, low-margin product.
Dubai's industrial zones (Al Quoz, DIP, Jebel Ali) have the best logistics connectivity. The trade-off: industrial rents in Dubai push your formula-based license fee well above AED 10,000. RAK and Sharjah offer cheaper industrial land with port access.
Foodstuff manufacturing requires Municipality food safety certification, ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization) compliance, and environmental department clearance. These approvals cost more than the DED license in most emirates.
100% foreign ownership for industrial activities. No local sponsor. Abu Dhabi notably absent from this activity code in our data — check ADDED directly.
Our pick: Sharjah or RAK for lower industrial rents and port proximity. Dubai only if your distribution network is Dubai-centric. Ajman for micro-scale production.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license cost in Ajman?
The government DED fee for a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license in Ajman is AED 600. This is the cheapest among the 4 emirates where this activity is available. Additional costs may include office rent, visa fees, and external approval charges.
Which UAE emirate is cheapest for a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license?
Ajman offers the lowest government fee at AED 600. However, total setup costs also depend on office rent, visa requirements, and any external approvals needed for this activity.
Can a foreigner own 100% of a Tomato Paste Manufacturing business in the UAE?
Yes. Since the 2021 Commercial Companies Law reforms, most mainland business activities — including Tomato Paste Manufacturing — allow 100% foreign ownership across all UAE emirates. A local sponsor or service agent is no longer required for most activities.
What approvals are needed for a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license?
Beyond the DED license, you may need approval from: Food industries (Dubai), Civil Defense Department (Sharjah), Sharjah Municipality - Health Department (Sharjah). Requirements vary by emirate and specific business scope.
How much does a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license cost in Dubai?
Dubai uses a formula-based fee: approximately AED 8,000 base fee plus 5% of your annual office rent. For example, with AED 50,000 annual rent, expect roughly AED 10,500 in government fees. Dubai also offers an Instant License at AED 8,000 flat (virtual location) and budget SME/Intelaq licenses at AED 1,070.
Is Tomato Paste Manufacturing available as a mainland license in all UAE emirates?
Tomato Paste Manufacturing is available for mainland licensing in 4 emirates: Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, RAK. Each emirate has its own DED with independent fee structures and requirements. Use MainlandCompare.com to compare fees across all available emirates.
What type of license is Tomato Paste Manufacturing in the UAE?
Tomato Paste Manufacturing falls under the Industrial license category in the UAE. Industrial licenses cover manufacturing, production, and processing activities.
Is it cheaper to get a Tomato Paste Manufacturing license in Abu Dhabi or Dubai?
Ajman offers the lowest fee at AED 600. Dubai's formula-based approach starts at AED 8,000 before rent. Choose based on where your customers are, not just the license fee.
How long does it take to get a Tomato Paste Manufacturing mainland license?
Setup time varies by emirate: Dubai offers same-day approval with the Instant License (AED 8,000), or 1-3 working days for a Normal License. Abu Dhabi takes 2-5 working days. Sharjah and Ajman take 1-5 working days. Additional time may be needed for external approvals.
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