Ajman Municipality has required veterinary establishments in the emirate to safely dispose of expired veterinary products through accredited specialised companies, ensuring proper disposal within three months of expiration.
During a recent intensified crackdown, Ajman Municipality, in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE), strongly reinforced the importance of regulatory compliance and environmental safety.
Violators will face fines ranging from Dh10,000 to Dh500,000, as per Federal Law No. 9 of 2017 on veterinary products.
Speaking to Khaleej Times, Dr Khalid Moeen Al Hosani, executive director of the Public Health and Environment Sector in Ajman, confirmed that the municipality has developed a comprehensive plan to ensure veterinary facilities — including clinics and pharmacies — comply with federal regulations through periodic inspection campaigns.
Commending establishments that adhered to the legal requirements, Al Hosani also emphasised the need to maintain proper documentation, such as getting a valid licence to practice veterinary services for on-call veterinarians.
Other documents required are facility licence issued by the Ministry, public health pest control contract, safe disposal contract for veterinary materials, and sales and purchase invoices for veterinary products to verify compliance.
Strict enforcement of regulations
Al Hosani underscored that as part of the inspections, Ajman Municipality issued key directives to veterinary establishments, including restricted use of veterinary pesticides to prevent misuse.
“It is also important to ensure sourcing veterinary medicines is done exclusively from approved suppliers with documented proof,” he added.
Al Hosani also reminded to trade only with Ministry-registered and licensed veterinary businesses. There must also be strict adherence to proper disposal of expired veterinary products through accredited companies within the mandated three-month period.
Penalties for violations
Ajman Municipality has warned that failure to comply with the regulations will result in strict penalties, including:
- Fines ranging from Dh10,000 to Dh500,000
- Confiscation of non-compliant veterinary products.
- Suspension of operations or facility closure in cases of repeated violations.
Al Hosani pointed out those found guilty of selling, offering, possessing, manufacturing, or composing fraudulent, expired, or unlicensed veterinary products face imprisonment and financial penalties.
“The enforcement of these measures aims to protect public health, uphold veterinary safety standards, and ensure the proper management of veterinary products in the emirate,” Al Hosani reiterated.
