Malaysian business licence·State
Malaysian Goods Logo Marking (MGLM)
Issued by Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara HidupTrade Descriptions Act 2011
Overview
The Malaysian Goods Logo Marking (MGLM) license allows businesses to use the Malaysian-made logo on their products. It is required for companies that wish to market their products as locally made, ensuring compliance with specific guidelines. This license is issued by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living.
Key details
Governing Act
Trade Descriptions Act 2011
Agency fees
No fees charged; one-time registration only.
Validity
3 years
Issuing authority
Kementerian Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup
Fees shown are government / local-authority fees payable to the issuing agency. Emerhub charges a separate service fee for handling the application end-to-end.
Eligible applicants
SMEs, manufacturers (any type of company meeting application criteria)
Application requirements
- Company must be registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) or other registered bodies.
- Must have a valid operating license from the Local Authority.
- Products must involve manufacturing/processing activities.
- Must meet the criteria for the Malaysian goods logo.
- Must have a minimum of 40% local raw material cost for Malaysian products.
- Products with less than 40% local raw materials must show substantial transformation.