Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 239
Executive Summary & Classification Scope
SSIC code 239 designates Manufacture of non-ferrous metals that are unspecified in another position (صنع منتجات المعادن اللافلزية غير المصنفة في موضع أخر) 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 | 239 |
| Official Title (EN) | Manufacture of non-ferrous metals that are unspecified in another position |
| Official Title (AR) | صنع منتجات المعادن اللافلزية غير المصنفة في موضع أخر |
| Classification Level | Group |
| Section Category | Section C — Manufacturing |
| Parent Entity Code | 23 — Manufacture of non-metallic 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 239 (7)
Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 239 (58 Codes)
Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 239 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:
| 6-Digit SSIC Code | Official Activity Title (EN) | Official Activity Title (AR) | Details |
|---|
239110 | Manufacture of thermal concrete | صناعة الخرسانة الحرارية | View Activity 239110 → |
239121 | Manufacture of thermal insulating ceramic products | صناعة السلع الخزفية العازلة للحرارة | View Activity 239121 → |
239122 | Manufacture of wires, silencers, chimneys and pipes | صناعة المعوجات وكواتم الصوت والمداخن والأنابيب والمواسير | View Activity 239122 → |
239123 | Manufacture of bricks, blocks and thermal tiles, including thermal cement | صناعة الطوب والكتل والبلاطات الحرارية بما فيها الأسمنت الحراري | View Activity 239123 → |
239210 | Manufacture of sand bricks, floor blocks, roof tiles and chimney burners | صناعة الطوب الرملي وكتل الأرضيات وبلاطات الأسقف وبوتقات المداخن | View Activity 239210 → |
239220 | Manufacture of wall and floor tiles (ceramics) | صناعة بلاط الحوائط والأرضيات (السيراميك والقيشاني) | View Activity 239220 → |
239230 | Manufacture of underground electric-wire pipes and tubes, gutters and ceramic pipe supplies | صناعة الأنابيب ومواسير الأسلاك الكهربائية تحت الأرض والمزاريب ولوازم المواسير الخزفية | View Activity 239230 → |
239240 | Manufacture of pottery products, includes (manufacture of bricks) | صناعة منتجات فخارية ، يشمل ( صناعة القرميد ) | View Activity 239240 → |
239250 | Manufacture of stones and ceramic tiles used in paving | صناعة الأحجار والبلاطات الخزفية المستخدمة في الرصف | View Activity 239250 → |
239260 | Manufacture of insulating fire red and clay bricks | صناعة الطوب الأحمر والطفلي العازل للحرارة | View Activity 239260 → |
239270 | Manufacture of mosaic cubes and the like whether shiny or not shiny | صناعة مكعبات الفسيفساء وما يماثلها سواء كانت ملمعة أو غير ملمعه | View Activity 239270 → |
239310 | Manufacture of table and cooking tools from ceramics and other ceramic items used for household purposes | صناعة أدوات المائدة والطهي من الخزف والصيني والأصناف الخزفية الأخرى المستخدمة للأغراض المنزلية | View Activity 239310 → |
239320 | Manufacture of ornamental items, antiques, statues, and figures made of ceramics and pottery | صناعة أصناف الزينة والتحف والتماثيل والمجسمات المصنوعة من الخزف والفخار | View Activity 239320 → |
239330 | Manufacture of electric insulators and insulation fittings from ceramics | صناعة العوازل الكهربائية والتركيبات العازلة من الخزف | View Activity 239330 → |
239340 | Manufacture of ceramic and iron magnets | صناعة المغناطيسات الخزفية والحديدية | View Activity 239340 → |
239350 | Manufacture of lab, chemical and industrial ceramic goods | صناعة السلع الخزفية المختبرية والكيميائية والصناعية | View Activity 239350 → |
239360 | Manufacture of pottery products used in transporting or packing goods, such as Olla, Urne, jars, etc. | صناعة منتجات الفخار المستخدمة في نقل السلع أو تعبئتها مثل القلل ، الأزيار، الجرار .. الخ | View Activity 239360 → |
239370 | Manufacture of ceramic furniture | صناعة الأثاث الخزفي | View Activity 239370 → |
239411 | Manufacture of ordinary cement (Portland) | صناعة الأسمنت العادي (بورتلاند) | View Activity 239411 → |
239412 | Manufacture of salt resistant cement | صناعة الأسمنت المقاوم للأملاح | View Activity 239412 → |
239413 | Manufacture of white cement | صناعة الأسمنت الأسمنت الأبيض | View Activity 239413 → |
239414 | Manufacture of bulk cement (clinker) | صناعة الأسمنت المكتل ( الكلنكر ) | View Activity 239414 → |
239415 | Manufacture of pozzolan cement | صناعة الأسمنت البوزولاني | View Activity 239415 → |
239421 | Manufacture of live lime | صناعة الجير الحي | View Activity 239421 → |
239422 | Manufacture of hydrated lime | صناعة الجير المطفأ | View Activity 239422 → |
239423 | Manufacture of water lime | صناعة الجير المائي | View Activity 239423 → |
239430 | Manufacture of plasters and gypsum | صناعة الجص والجبس | View Activity 239430 → |
239510 | Manufacture of emptied and compact cement slabs | صناعة البلك الأسمنتي المفرغ والآجر | View Activity 239510 → |
239520 | Manufacture of all kinds of tiles and cement mosaic | صناعة البلاط و الموازيكو الأسمنتي بكافة أصنافه | View Activity 239520 → |
239531 | Ready-mixed concrete production | انتاج خرسانة جاهزة الخلط | View Activity 239531 → |
239532 | Manufacture of concrete additives and plasticizers | صناعة اضافات وملدنات للخرسانة | View Activity 239532 → |
239533 | Manufacture of mortar from cement | صناعة الملاط أساسه الاسمنت | View Activity 239533 → |
239534 | Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete and multi-use dry concrete | صناعة الخلطات الخرسانية الجاهزة والجافة متعددة الاستخدامات | View Activity 239534 → |
239535 | (Manufacture of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC | صناعة الخرسانة خفيفة الوزن | View Activity 239535 → |
239536 | (Manufacture of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF | صناعة قوالب الخرسانة المعزولة | View Activity 239536 → |
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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 239 cover?
SSIC 239 covers Manufacture of non-ferrous metals that are unspecified in another position (صنع منتجات المعادن اللافلزية غير المصنفة في موضع أخر) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.
2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 239?
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 239?
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 239 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.