Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 107947: Food irradiation

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 107947

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 107947 designates Food irradiation (تشعيع الأغذية) 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: exposing food to one of the sources of radioactive energy, either from radioactive isotopes or from devices that produce controlled quantities of electron rays or X-rays, which work to absorb food for a specific and effective dose with the aim of preserving food, reducing waste and prolonging the shelf life of food

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	`107947`
Official Title (EN)	Food irradiation
Official Title (AR)	تشعيع الأغذية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1079` — Manufacture of other food products that are unspecified in another position
Supervisory Authority	Saudi Food and Drug Authority
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
`107911`	Coffee roasting, milling and packing	تحميص البن أو طحنه أو تعبئته	View Code 107911 →
`107912`	Manufacture of coffee substitutes	صناعة بدائل البن	View Code 107912 →
`107913`	Bottling natural honey	تعبئة العسل الطبيعي	View Code 107913 →
`107920`	Manufacture of baby foods	صناعة أغذية الأطفال الرضع	View Code 107920 →
`107930`	Salt refining and milling	تكرير وطحن ملح الطعام	View Code 107930 →
`107941`	Manufacture of all kinds of soup	صناعة الحساء بكافة أشكاله	View Code 107941 →
`107942`	Manufacture of spices and broths	صناعة التوابل ومرق التوابل	View Code 107942 →
`107943`	Manufacture of vinegar	صناعة الخل	View Code 107943 →
`107944`	Manufacture of yeast	صناعة الخميرة	View Code 107944 →
`107945`	Manufacture of mayonnaise	صناعة المايونيز	View Code 107945 →
`107946`	Manufacture of ketchup and hot sauce	صناعة الكاتشب والصلصة الحارة	View Code 107946 →
`107950`	Tea packing and tea substitutes, includes (mint, flowers, chamomile and wild herbs)	تعبئة الشاي وبدائل الشاي ، يشمل ( النعناع والزهورات والبابونج والأعشاب البرية )	View Code 107950 →

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 107947 cover?

SSIC 107947 covers Food irradiation (تشعيع الأغذية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 107947?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Saudi Food and Drug Authority.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 107947?

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 107947 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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