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How to Start a Retail Sale Of Medical And Orthopedic Goods Business with Meydan Free Zone
The UAE medical devices market was valued at USD 3.01 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 4.71 billion by 2032 at a CAGR of 5.8%.[1] The market is projected to reach USD 4,015 million by 2029 growing at 9.04% CAGR.[2] Key segments include orthopedic devices, diagnostic imaging, patient monitoring, and wound management. The UAE's rapidly expanding healthcare infrastructure -- including world-class hospitals, an active medical tourism sector attracting patients from across the region, and a government committed to healthcare investment under UAE Vision 2031 -- generates consistent and growing demand for medical and orthopedic goods at the consumer retail level.
This includes home healthcare equipment, mobility aids, orthopedic supports, wound care, home diagnostic devices, and all medical goods sold through specialised retail to consumers and healthcare professionals.
Who is this for?
| Audience Segment | Profile |
|---|---|
| CONSUMER AND HOME HEALTH | Home Healthcare and Medical Goods Retailers Retailers supplying blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, mobility aids, back supports, orthopaedic braces, and home healthcare products to UAE residents managing chronic conditions or recovering from injury or surgery. |
| ORTHOPAEDIC AND REHABILITATION | Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Equipment Traders Traders supplying orthopaedic braces, splints, supports, compression garments, rehabilitation aids, and specialist medical goods to physiotherapy clinics, orthopaedic specialists, and patients requiring recovery support. |
4772.02 - Retail Sale Of Medical And Orthopedic Goods
Activity 4772.02 covers the retail sale of medical and orthopaedic goods, interpreted within the retail sale of pharmaceutical and medical goods in specialised stores. This encompasses home blood pressure monitors, glucose metres, pulse oximeters, thermometers, hearing aids and accessories, orthopaedic braces and supports, compression stockings and garments, walking aids, wheelchairs, mobility scooters, crutches, wound dressings, bandages, first aid supplies, and all medical and orthopaedic goods sold at the consumer and professional retail level.
This activity does not cover pharmaceuticals and prescription drugs, which fall under 4772.88.
Activity 4772.02 covers medical and orthopaedic goods for retail sale. Pharmaceuticals and prescription drugs fall under 4772.88 Pharmacy.
Medical equipment for persons with special needs falls under 4772.95.
In short: if you are retailing medical and orthopaedic goods including home health devices, supports, mobility aids, and wound care, you are in. Prescription drugs require a pharmacy licence under 4772.88.
| Category | Scope |
|---|---|
| Home diagnostic devicesBlood pressure monitors, glucose metres, pulse oximeters, digital thermometers, and health monitoring devices for home use. | Wound care and first aid Sterile wound dressings, bandages, adhesive plasters, surgical tape, antiseptics, and first aid supplies for consumer retail. |
| Orthopaedic supports and bracesKnee, ankle, wrist, and back braces, compression sleeves, orthopaedic insoles, and all orthopaedic support products. | Compression garments Medical compression stockings, compression sleeves, DVT prevention socks, and graduated compression garments for circulatory health. |
| Mobility aids | Wheelchairs, walking frames, crutches, mobility scooters, walking sticks, and all equipment supporting patient mobility. |
Third-Party Approval
This activity does not require third-party approval to obtain a business license from Meydan Free Zone.
Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
This business activity is not subject to AML compliance requirements.
References
- ¹ Fortune Business Insights. (2024). UAE Medical Devices Market Size, Share and Growth Forecast. fortunebusinessinsights.com
- ² Statista. (2025). Medical Devices -- UAE Market Forecast. statista.com
