Top 7 Mistakes When Registering Dietary Supplements in Morocco — And How to Avoid Them
Morocco remains one of the most promising markets in North Africa for manufacturers of dietary supplements. However, entering this market involves a number of bureaucratic and technical requirements. Companies unfamiliar with local specifics often make the same mistakes — losing time, money, and distributor trust.
Let’s break down the 7 most common mistakes and how to avoid them.

1. Submitting an Incomplete Dossier 

Mistake: Manufacturers think a standard Certificate of Analysis and a label are enough.
Reality: Moroccan regulators require a full dossier, including:

• Ingredient specifications
• Certificates of origin
• Manufacturing protocols
• Safety documentation
• French translations of all materials

How to avoid it: 

• Prepare documents per ONSSA and DMP requirements
• Use local consultants or regulatory representatives

2. Using Prohibited or Controversial Ingredients 

Mistake: Including substances allowed in the EU/USA but banned in Morocco, such as:

• Melatonin
• DHEA
• Synephrine
• CBD or hemp extracts
• Non-certified gelatin

How to avoid it: 

• Cross-check all components with Moroccan and Islamic standards
• Obtain Halal certification for animal-derived ingredients
• Use plant-based alternatives where possible

3. Labeling Errors 

Mistake:

• Poor translation
• Missing required statements
• Medical claims like “heals” or “treats”
• English-only packaging
• No importer address

How to avoid it:

• Label in both French and Arabic
• Remove medical claims
• Add full contact info and dosage instructions

4. No Local Representative 

Mistake: Trying to register without a Moroccan legal entity
Result: Application rejection or customs delays
How to avoid it:

• Contract a local agent or distributor
• Use a professional regulatory representative like WorldWideBridge

5. No Halal Certification 

Mistake: Submitting products with gelatin or collagen without Halal documentation
Result: Registration rejection or retail refusal
How to avoid it:

• Review ingredients for animal content
• Get Halal certification from accredited bodies
• Use recognized Moroccan or international certifiers

6. Underestimating Timelines 

Mistake: Expecting registration to take 2–3 weeks
Reality: Even a complete dossier can take up to 4 months
How to avoid it:

• Plan ahead
• Submit documents early
• Be ready to respond to regulator inquiries

7. Operating Blindly Without Local Support 

Mistake: Trying to save costs by handling registration solo
Result: Delays, legal mistakes, and broken partnerships
How to avoid it:

• Partner with experienced regional agencies
• Work with verified consultants

How to Avoid All These Mistakes? 

Contact WorldWideBridge

Our team will: 

• Review your product composition and documents
• Prepare the full dossier and translations
• Handle Halal certification if needed
• Find and manage your local representative
• Complete the entire registration process smoothly and on time

Want a clean launch in Morocco’s dietary supplement market — without fines or product returns?
Work with WorldWideBridge and secure your path to the North African market.