Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 141012: Manufacture of men’s underwear

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 141012

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 141012 designates Manufacture of men’s underwear (صناعة الملابس الداخلية للرجال) 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).

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	`141012`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of men’s underwear
Official Title (AR)	صناعة الملابس الداخلية للرجال
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1410` — Manufacture of wearing apparel except fur garments
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
`141011`	Manufacture of ready-made men’s clothes, includes (ready-made clothes, suits, coats and trousers)	صناعة الملابس الرجالية الجاهزة ، يشمل ( الثياب الجاهزة والبدل والمعاطف والبنطلونات )	View Code 141011 →
`141013`	Manufacture of ghutrahs and skullcaps	صناعة الغتر والطواقي	View Code 141013 →
`141014`	Manufacture of headbands	صناعة العقل	View Code 141014 →
`141015`	Manufacture of men’s cloaks	صناعة المشالح الرجالية	View Code 141015 →
`141016`	Manufacture of Omani kuma	صناعة الكمة العمانية	View Code 141016 →
`141021`	Manufacture of ready-made women’s clothes, includes (dresses, coats and blouses)	صناعة الملابس النسائية الجاهزة ، يشمل ( الفساتين والمعاطف والبلوزات )	View Code 141021 →
`141022`	Manufacture of women’s underwear	صناعة الملابس الداخلية للنساء	View Code 141022 →
`141023`	Manufacture of women’s abayas	صناعة العباءات النسائية	View Code 141023 →
`141024`	Manufacture of cloth accessories, includes (hats, gloves, belts, shawls, scarves, ties…etc.)	صناعة توابع الملابس ، يشمل ( القبعات والقفازات والأحزمة والشالات والطرح وشبكات الشعر وربطات العنق …الخ )	View Code 141024 →
`141031`	Manufacture of ready-made outerwear for kids	صناعة الملابس الخارجية الجاهزة للأطفال	View Code 141031 →
`141032`	Manufacture of ready-made underwear for kids	صناعة الملابس الداخلية الجاهزة للأطفال	View Code 141032 →
`141040`	Sewing Arabian men’s clothes (men’s tailoring stores)	تفصيل وخياطة وحياكة الملابس الرجالية العربية (محلات تفصيل وخياطة الملابس الرجالية)	View Code 141040 →

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 141012 cover?

SSIC 141012 covers Manufacture of men’s underwear (صناعة الملابس الداخلية للرجال) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 141012?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 141012?

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 141012 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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