Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 170252: Manufacture of paper roll covers

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 170252

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 170252 designates Manufacture of paper roll covers (صناعة أغلفة الأسطوانات الورقية) 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	`170252`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of paper roll covers
Official Title (AR)	صناعة أغلفة الأسطوانات الورقية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1702` — Manufacture of corrugated papers, cardboards and utensils made from paper and cardboards
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
`170210`	Manufacture of papers and corrugated cardboards (pasteboard)	صناعة الورق والورق المقوى المموج (الكرتون)	View Code 170210 →
`170220`	Manufacture of utensils from paper or corrugated cardboards for foods, drinks and other purposes	صناعة أوعية من الورق أو من الورق المقوي المموج للأغذية والمشروبات والأغراض الأخرى	View Code 170220 →
`170230`	Manufacture of cardboard boxes, boxes, single or folded bags from paper or corrugated cardboards	صناعة علب كرتون ، صناديق ، شنط مطوية أو مفردة من الورق أو من الورق المقوى المموج	View Code 170230 →
`170240`	Manufacture of paper bags	صناعة أكياس ورقيه	View Code 170240 →
`170251`	Manufacture of paper file boxes	صناعة علب حفظ الملفات الورقية	View Code 170251 →

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 170252 cover?

SSIC 170252 covers Manufacture of paper roll covers (صناعة أغلفة الأسطوانات الورقية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 170252?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 170252?

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 170252 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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