Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 152022: Manufacture of kinds of women’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 152022

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 152022 designates Manufacture of kinds of women’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood (صناعة أنواع الأحذية النسائية من المطاط أو اللدائن أو الخشب) 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	`152022`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of kinds of women’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood
Official Title (AR)	صناعة أنواع الأحذية النسائية من المطاط أو اللدائن أو الخشب
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1520` — Manufacture of shoes
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
`152011`	Manufacture of kinds of men’s leather shoes	صناعة أنواع الأحذية الرجالية من الجلد	View Code 152011 →
`152012`	Manufacture of kinds of women’s leather shoes	صناعة أنواع الأحذية النسائية من الجلد	View Code 152012 →
`152013`	Manufacture of kinds of children’s leather shoes	صناعة أنواع أحذية الأطفال من الجلد	View Code 152013 →
`152021`	Manufacture of kinds of men’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood	صناعة أنواع الأحذية الرجالية من المطاط أو اللدائن أو الخشب	View Code 152021 →
`152023`	Manufacture of kinds of children’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood	صناعة أنواع أحذية الأطفال من المطاط أو اللدائن أو الخشب	View Code 152023 →
`152030`	Manufacture of sports, medical or professional shoes	صناعة الأحذية الرياضية والطبية والمهنية	View Code 152030 →
`152040`	Manufacture and designing of shoe parts	صناعة وتفصيل أجزاء الأحذية	View Code 152040 →
`152051`	Manufacture of military shoes	صناعة الأحذية العسكرية	View Code 152051 →

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 152022 cover?

SSIC 152022 covers Manufacture of kinds of women’s shoes from rubber, plastics or wood (صناعة أنواع الأحذية النسائية من المطاط أو اللدائن أو الخشب) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 152022?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 152022?

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 152022 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)

This page is an independent reference resource. Cross-verify critical licensing details on official government portals before filing commercial applications.