Lubricant Standards and Regulations in the Middle East
Middle Eastern lubricant markets now operate under clearer, more harmonized rules. GCC countries align around GSO 1785 standards that reference current API and ACEA classifications, while Saudi Arabia’s SASO technical regulation and the UAE’s ESMA requirements mandate certified products with accurate bilingual labeling. This article outlines the key standards, certification processes, and practical steps exporters and distributors need to access these markets confidently and legally.