The Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces enhanced control over the quality and safety of dietary supplements (DS) available on the market in the country.
According to current legislation, dietary supplements may only be sold in Kazakhstan after undergoing state registration, which confirms their compliance with the technical regulations of the Customs Union and their inclusion in the Unified Register of Certificates of the Eurasian Economic Union.
The registration process is conducted by the Committee for Sanitary and Epidemiological Control of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan based on expert assessments from the Kazakh Academy of Nutrition and other research institutes of the EAEU member states.
Before being authorized for sale, all dietary supplements undergo mandatory laboratory testing to verify:
• microbiological, toxicological, and physicochemical indicators;
• compliance with established norms for vitamin and bioactive substance content;
• absence of banned components — toxic plants, processed animal products, pathogenic microorganisms, and fungi.
New regulatory measures:
Starting from 2024, the country has introduced monitoring of dietary supplement advertisements in mass media and social networks for accuracy of information and confirmation of state registration.
From 2025, a pilot project for DS labeling with identification tools will be implemented to ensure:
• full transparency of the supply chain,
• traceability of products to the end consumer,
• increased public trust.
For reference: labeling of medicines was implemented starting July 1, 2024.
Sale of dietary supplements is prohibited if:
• they lack state registration;
• the expiration date has passed;
• storage conditions have been violated;
• packaging lacks required information on composition, contraindications, and manufacturer.
The Ministry of Health urges consumers to consult a doctor before using dietary supplements.
Unsupervised intake can lead to complications, particularly for individuals with chronic illnesses, pregnant women, and children.
When purchasing dietary supplements, be sure to verify:
• valid registration certificate in Kazakhstan;
• complete list of ingredients (avoid vague terms like “natural components”);
• manufacturer and country of origin;
• expiration date and storage conditions;
• accurate and complete labeling (usage instructions, contraindications, precautions).
The Ministry of Health will continue its efforts to ensure transparency and safety in the dietary supplement market to protect public health.
Stay informed via our website: https://ksph.edu.kz/ and on our Telegram channel Mediclub.
