Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 202372: Manufacture of dental pastes or powders

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 202372

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 202372 designates Manufacture of dental pastes or powders (صناعة معاجين أو مساحيق تثبيت الأسنان الصناعية) 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).

Detailed Description: Manufacture of artificial tooth fixing pastes or powders, includes related products and accessories

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	`202372`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of dental pastes or powders
Official Title (AR)	صناعة معاجين أو مساحيق تثبيت الأسنان الصناعية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2023` — Manufacture of soaps, detergents, cleaning and polishing products, perfumes and cosmetics
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
`202311`	Manufacture of all kinds of soaps, includes (liquid and dry paste)	صناعة الصابون بجميع أشكاله ، يشمل ( المعجون ، السائل ، الجاف )	View Code 202311 →
`202312`	Manufacture of soap-covered paper and pulp	صناعة الورق واللباد المغطى بالصابون	View Code 202312 →
`202313`	Manufacture of shampoos	صناعة الشامبوهات	View Code 202313 →
`202321`	Manufacture of industrial detergents	صناعة المنظفات الصناعية	View Code 202321 →
`202322`	Manufacture of leather polishes and pastes	صناعة ملمعات ومعاجين الجلود	View Code 202322 →
`202323`	Manufacture of floor, glass and furniture polishes	صناعة ملمعات الأرضيات والزجاج والأثاث	View Code 202323 →
`202324`	Manufacture of jelly powders	صناعة مساحيق الجلي	View Code 202324 →
`202325`	Manufacture of washing and cleaning materials and products	صناعة مواد ومستحضرات الغسيل والتنظيف	View Code 202325 →
`202330`	Manufacture of products for room perfuming and deodorization	صناعة مستحضرات تعطير الغرف وإزالة الروائح	View Code 202330 →
`202341`	Manufacture of men and women perfumes	صناعة العطورات الرجالية والنسائية	View Code 202341 →
`202342`	Manufacture of cologne and toilet water	صناعة الكولونيا وماء التواليت	View Code 202342 →
`202343`	Manufacture of wood resinoids	صناعة العود ودهن العود	View Code 202343 →

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 202372 cover?

SSIC 202372 covers Manufacture of dental pastes or powders (صناعة معاجين أو مساحيق تثبيت الأسنان الصناعية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 202372?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 202372?

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 202372 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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