Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 170960: Manufacture of filter molds, strips and chips from paper pulp

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 170960

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 170960 designates Manufacture of filter molds, strips and chips from paper pulp (صناعة قوالب وشرائح ورقائق الترشيح من عجينه الورق) 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	`170960`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of filter molds, strips and chips from paper pulp
Official Title (AR)	صناعة قوالب وشرائح ورقائق الترشيح من عجينه الورق
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`1709` — Manufacture of other kinds of papers 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
`170910`	Manufacture of carbon paper and copy paper in different sizes	صناعة ورق الكربون وورق النسخ والنقل بأحجام مختلفة	View Code 170910 →
`170920`	Manufacture of letter envelopes, greeting cards and non-photo postcards	صناعة أظرف الخطابات وبطاقات المراسلة والمعايدة والبطاقات البريدية غير المصورة	View Code 170920 →
`170930`	Manufacture of school pamphlets and notebooks and office and school stationaries	صناعة الدفاتر والكراسات المدرسية ، والأصناف المكتبية والمدرسية الورقية	View Code 170930 →
`170941`	Manufacture of sanitary papers, napkins, cleaning napkins and towels	صناعة الورق الصحي والمناديل ومناديل التنظيف والمناشف	View Code 170941 →
`170942`	Manufacture of sanitary towels	صناعة الفوط الصحية	View Code 170942 →
`170943`	Manufacture of baby diapers	صناعة حفائظ الأطفال	View Code 170943 →
`170944`	Manufacture of table napkins	صناعة مناديل المائدة	View Code 170944 →
`170950`	Manufacture of paper products for household purposes, includes (dishes and cups)	صناعة منتجات ورقية للأغراض المنزلية ، يشمل ( الأطباق والأكواب )	View Code 170950 →
`170971`	Manufacture of decorative papers	صناعة ورق الزينة	View Code 170971 →
`170972`	Manufacture of egg boxes and the like	صناعة أطباق البيض وما شابهها	View Code 170972 →
`170973`	Manufacture of wallpapers	صناعة ورق الجدران	View Code 170973 →
`170974`	Manufacture of tailoring papers	صناعة ورق التفصيل	View Code 170974 →

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 170960 cover?

SSIC 170960 covers Manufacture of filter molds, strips and chips from paper pulp (صناعة قوالب وشرائح ورقائق الترشيح من عجينه الورق) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 170960?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 170960?

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 170960 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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