Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 108021: Manufacture of poultry fodder

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 108021

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 108021 designates Manufacture of poultry fodder (صناعة أعلاف الدواجن) 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: Manufacture of feed to be provided to poultry

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	`108021`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of poultry fodder
Official Title (AR)	صناعة أعلاف الدواجن
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1080` — Manufacture of prepared animal fodder
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
`108011`	Manufacture of concentrated fodder for animal	صناعة الأعلاف المركزة للحيوانات	View Code 108011 →
`108012`	Manufacture of cattle fodder	صناعة أعلاف الماشية	View Code 108012 →
`108013`	Manufacture of secondary plant products as animal feed	صناعة المنتجات النباتية الثانوية كغذاء للحيوان	View Code 108013 →
`108014`	Preparation, milling and pressing of animal feed	إعداد وطحن وكبس أعلاف الحيوانات	View Code 108014 →
`108015`	Production of salt lick stones for animal food	إنتاج أحجار الملح الخاصة بأغذية الحيوانات	View Code 108015 →
`108016`	Manufacture of non-medicinal feed additives	صُنع الإضافات العلفية غير الدوائية	View Code 108016 →
`108022`	Manufacture of bird fodder	صناعة أعلاف الطيور	View Code 108022 →
`108023`	Manufacture of products of poultry slaughterhouses as animal feed	صناعة المنتجات الثانوية لمسالخ الدواجن كغذاء للحيوان	View Code 108023 →
`108030`	Manufacture of pet feeds	صناعة أعلاف الحيوانات الأليفة	View Code 108030 →
`108040`	Manufacture of milk substitutes for breastfeeding young animals	صناعة بدائل الحليب لرضاعة صغار الحيوانات	View Code 108040 →

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 108021 cover?

SSIC 108021 covers Manufacture of poultry fodder (صناعة أعلاف الدواجن) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 108021?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 108021?

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 108021 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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