Ministry of Commerce and Industry Oman

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry of Oman (MOCI) is the Sultanate of Oman's primary government body responsible for trade regulation, consumer protection, and product conformity standards, including halal food requirements. Established in 1974, MOCI oversees the enforcement of halal product compliance for goods sold in the Omani market in coordination with the Omani Standards and Metrology Authority (OSIM). Oman operates within the GCC Standardization Organization (GSO) framework, meaning halal standards applied in Oman are harmonised with those of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar. For food manufacturers and exporters seeking market access in Oman, certification from a body recognised within the GCC/GSO halal framework is the standard route to regulatory compliance. MOCI also works within the OIC/SMIIC standards network and coordinates import controls with SFDA, ESMA, and other GCC partner authorities.