Lebanon has a developing product compliance framework that focuses on public health, technical safety, and market regulation, especially for imported goods. While it does not yet have a comprehensive national conformity mark, the country recognizes international standards (ISO, IEC, Codex, etc.) and is working toward regional harmonization with Arab and Mediterranean partners.

Key Authorities:

• Libnor (Lebanese Standards Institution) – Develops and publishes Lebanese Standards (LIBNOR), many of which are based on ISO and international standards.

• Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) – Regulates pharmaceuticals, food products, medical devices, and cosmetics, including product registration and safety evaluation.

• Ministry of Economy and Trade (MoET) – Enforces consumer protection, product labeling, and fair trade practices.

• Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) – Handles type approval for telecom and wireless equipment.

• Lebanese Customs – Verifies import compliance and supporting documentation at entry points.

Key Compliance Elements:

• Accepted Standards:

  • Lebanon accepts internationally certified products (e.g., CE, UL, ISO-certified) for many categories.

  • No mandatory national conformity mark is enforced across all goods, but for certain categories (e.g., electronics, food), testing and conformity with Libnor or international standards may be required.

• Product Registration:

  • Required for:

    • Pharmaceuticals and vaccines

    • Food supplements and processed foods

    • Medical devices and cosmetics

  • Managed by the Ministry of Public Health, and requires submission of technical documentation, labeling samples, safety data, and certificates of origin/manufacture.

• Telecom Type Approval:

  • All telecom and RF devices (e.g., mobile phones, routers) must be approved by the TRA.

  • CE/FCC-certified devices may benefit from simplified processes, but registration and documentation are still mandatory.

• Labeling Requirements:

  • Labels must be in Arabic, and often also in English or French, and include:

    • Product name

    • Ingredients or materials

    • Manufacturer/importer contact

    • Country of origin

    • Usage instructions and warnings

    • Expiry or production date (if applicable)

    • Certification or registration numbers (for regulated goods)

• Import Requirements:

  • Importers must provide:

    • Invoice and packing list

    • Certificate of origin

    • Registration certificate (for health-related goods)

    • Test or conformity documentation (if required by product type)

• Market Surveillance:

  • Carried out by MoPH, MoET, and customs. Authorities may conduct random inspections or respond to consumer complaints to identify non-compliant or counterfeit goods.