Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 239230: Manufacture of underground electric-wire pipes and tubes, gutters and ceramic pipe supplies

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 239230

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 239230 designates Manufacture of underground electric-wire pipes and tubes, gutters and ceramic pipe supplies (صناعة الأنابيب ومواسير الأسلاك الكهربائية تحت الأرض والمزاريب ولوازم المواسير الخزفية) 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	`239230`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of underground electric-wire pipes and tubes, gutters and ceramic pipe supplies
Official Title (AR)	صناعة الأنابيب ومواسير الأسلاك الكهربائية تحت الأرض والمزاريب ولوازم المواسير الخزفية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2392` — Manufacture of structural clay products
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
`239210`	Manufacture of sand bricks, floor blocks, roof tiles and chimney burners	صناعة الطوب الرملي وكتل الأرضيات وبلاطات الأسقف وبوتقات المداخن	View Code 239210 →
`239220`	Manufacture of wall and floor tiles (ceramics)	صناعة بلاط الحوائط والأرضيات (السيراميك والقيشاني)	View Code 239220 →
`239240`	Manufacture of pottery products, includes (manufacture of bricks)	صناعة منتجات فخارية ، يشمل ( صناعة القرميد )	View Code 239240 →
`239250`	Manufacture of stones and ceramic tiles used in paving	صناعة الأحجار والبلاطات الخزفية المستخدمة في الرصف	View Code 239250 →
`239260`	Manufacture of insulating fire red and clay bricks	صناعة الطوب الأحمر والطفلي العازل للحرارة	View Code 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 Code 239270 →

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 239230 cover?

SSIC 239230 covers Manufacture of underground electric-wire pipes and tubes, gutters and ceramic pipe supplies (صناعة الأنابيب ومواسير الأسلاك الكهربائية تحت الأرض والمزاريب ولوازم المواسير الخزفية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 239230?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 239230?

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 239230 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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