Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 191: Manufacture of coke oven products

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 191

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 191 designates Manufacture of coke oven products (صنع منتجات أفران الكوك) 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	`191`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of coke oven products
Official Title (AR)	صنع منتجات أفران الكوك
Classification Level	Group
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`19` — Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing Entity	Balady / Sector Ministry
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Sub-Classes in Group 191 (1)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`1910`	Manufacture of coke oven products	صنع منتجات أفران الكوك	View Code 1910 →

Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 191 (3 Codes)

Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 191 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:

6-Digit SSIC Code	Official Activity Title (EN)	Official Activity Title (AR)	Details
`191010`	Production of coke coal and charcoal	انتاج فحم الكوك أو الفحم المكربن	View Activity 191010 →
`191020`	Collection of coke coal in form of blocks	تجميع فحم الكوك على شكل كتل	View Activity 191020 →
`191030`	Underdeveloped coke coal products, includes (tar and bitumen) etc.)	منتجات فحم الكوك المتخلفة ، يشمل ( القطران والقار … الخ )	View Activity 191030 →

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 191 cover?

SSIC 191 covers Manufacture of coke oven products (صنع منتجات أفران الكوك) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 191?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and respective sectoral regulators.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 191?

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 191 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.