Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 107140: Manufacture of layer cake and all kinds of cakes

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 107140

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 107140 designates Manufacture of layer cake and all kinds of cakes (صناعة الجاتوه والبيتيفور والكعك بأنواعه) under the official Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (January 2025 / 2026 Edition, based on UN ISIC Rev. 4) administered by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).

Detailed Description: Production of brioche, petitfour and cakes of all kinds

It serves as the mandatory regulatory benchmark for Commercial Registration (CR) with the Ministry of Commerce, MISA foreign investment licensing (allowing up to 100% foreign equity ownership), municipal permits on the Balady portal, and Nitaqat Saudization quota determinations by MHRSD.

Key Classification Facts

Parameter	Official Value
Saudi SSIC Code	`107140`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of layer cake and all kinds of cakes
Official Title (AR)	صناعة الجاتوه والبيتيفور والكعك بأنواعه
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1071` — Manufacture of bakery products
Supervisory Authority	Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources
Licensing Entity	Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`107110`	Manufacture of domestic bread	صناعة الخبز البلدي (المحلي)	View Code 107110 →
`107120`	Manufacture of bread and bread products by automatic bakeries	صناعة الخبز ومنتجاته بواسطة المخابز الآلية	View Code 107120 →
`107130`	Manufacture of different kinds of pies	صناعة الفطائر بأنواعها	View Code 107130 →
`107150`	Manufacture of all kinds of biscuits	صناعة البسكويت بأنواعه	View Code 107150 →
`107160`	Manufacture of bread and pastry flakes	صناعة خبز الأكلات الشعبية ورقائق المعجنات النيئة وتشمل المتاي	View Code 107160 →
`107170`	Manufacture of frozen bakery products	صناعة منتجات المخابز المجمدة	View Code 107170 →
`107181`	Making different kinds of Eastern and traditional desserts	صناعة الحلويات الشعبية والشرقية بمختلف أنواعها	View Code 107181 →
`107182`	Preparing and processing sweets in the shops	إعداد وتجهيز الحلويات	View Code 107182 →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

Ministry of Commerce (MC): Required on your Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) to legally define the company’s business activities.
Ministry of Investment (MISA): Determines eligibility for 100% foreign-owned investment licenses and capital requirements. See our MISA Licensing Guide.
ZATCA Taxation & Zakat: Activity categorization for Corporate Income Tax (20%), Zakat (2.5%), and 15% VAT filing rules. See our ZATCA Tax Guide.
MHRSD / Qiwa (Nitaqat Quotas): Determines the required percentage of Saudi national employees. Check our Nitaqat Saudization Guide.
Balady Municipal Licensing: Establishes commercial shop, office, and warehouse zoning compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment Factor	Verification Status	Regulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT Registry	✅ Verified	Confirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International Crosswalk	✅ Aligned	Standardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) Active	✅ Eligible	Available for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment Path	✅ Permitted	100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural Hierarchy	✅ Complete	Full parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score	🟢 10 / 10	Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 107140 cover?

SSIC 107140 covers Manufacture of layer cake and all kinds of cakes (صناعة الجاتوه والبيتيفور والكعك بأنواعه) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 107140?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 107140?

Yes. In most sectors, the Ministry of Investment (MISA) permits 100% foreign equity ownership. Refer to our MISA Guide for full requirements.

4. How does SSIC 107140 affect my company’s Nitaqat rating?

MHRSD calculates your Saudization tier based on your primary SSIC activity registered on your Commercial Registration.

Official Source Attribution & Disclaimer

Primary Data Source: General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) — National Classification for Economic Activities.

Commercial Portal: Ministry of Commerce (MC)

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