Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Division | Official Code: 24
Executive Summary & Classification Scope
SSIC code 24 designates Manufacture of basic metals (صنع الفلزات القاعدية) 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 | 24 |
| Official Title (EN) | Manufacture of basic metals |
| Official Title (AR) | صنع الفلزات القاعدية |
| Classification Level | Division |
| Section Category | Section C — Manufacturing |
| Parent Entity Code | C — Manufacturing |
| 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-Groups in Division 24 (3)
Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Division 24 (33 Codes)
Below are official economic activity codes registered under Division 24 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:
| 6-Digit SSIC Code | Official Activity Title (EN) | Official Activity Title (AR) | Details |
|---|
241011 | Manufacture of primary iron products in form of granules and powders | صناعة منتجات أولية من الحديد على شكل حبيبات ومساحيق | View Activity 241011 → |
241012 | Manufacture of primary iron products in form of blocks of pillars and residues after re-smelting | صناعة منتجات أولية من الحديد على شكل كتل من الركائز والمخلفات بعد إعادة صهرها | View Activity 241012 → |
241021 | Manufacture of pure iron by electrolysis | صناعة الحديد النقي بواسطة التحليل الكهربائي | View Activity 241021 → |
241022 | Manufacture of pure iron by chemical processes | صناعة الحديد النقي بواسطة العمليات الكيميائية | View Activity 241022 → |
241023 | Manufacture of non-polished iron | صناعة الحديد غير المصقول | View Activity 241023 → |
241024 | Manufacture of sponge iron | صناعة الحديد الإسفنجي | View Activity 241024 → |
241025 | Manufacture of cast iron including steel and cast iron castings | صناعة حديد الزهر ما في ذلك مسبوكات حديد الصلب والزهر | View Activity 241025 → |
241030 | Manufacture of products from iron, steel…etc., by pulling, extrusion or metal-rolling | صناعة منتجات من الحديد أو من الصلب …الخ ، بواسطة السحب أو البثق أو الدرفلة | View Activity 241030 → |
241040 | Manufacture of lacy sheets, rolls and coils and all types of rods, feathers, wires and angles | صناعة صفائح وألواح ولفائف شريطية وقضبان وأسـياخ وزوايا وأسلاك ومقاطع بكافة أشكالها | View Activity 241040 → |
241050 | Manufacture of pipes, tubes and hollow shapes from iron and steel | صناعة الأنابيب والمواسير والأشكال المجوفة من الحديد والصلب | View Activity 241050 → |
241060 | Manufacture of railway supplies, includes (rolled rails… etc.) | صناعة لوازم خطوط السكك الحديدية ، يشمل ( القضبان المجمعة… الخ ) | View Activity 241060 → |
242011 | Production of precious raw metals from gold | انتاج المعادن الثمينة الخام من الذهب | View Activity 242011 → |
242012 | Production of precious raw metals from silver | انتاج المعادن الثمينة الخام من الفضة | View Activity 242012 → |
242013 | Production of precious raw metals from precious metals listed under platinum group metals. | انتاج المعادن الثمينة الخام من المعادن الثمينة الداخلة في مجموعة البلاتين | View Activity 242013 → |
242021 | Production of wrought gold. | انتاج الذهب المشغول | View Activity 242021 → |
242022 | production of wrought silver. | انتاج الفضة المشغول | View Activity 242022 → |
242023 | Production of wrought Platinum. | انتاج البلاتين المشغول | View Activity 242023 → |
242024 | Production of wrought Platinum group | انتاج مجموعة البلاتين المشغول | View Activity 242024 → |
242031 | Untraditional metal works painted, covered or mixed with gold. | مصنوعات معدنية غير عادية مطلية أو مغطاة أو مخلوطة بالذهب | View Activity 242031 → |
242032 | Untraditional metal works painted, covered or mixed with silver. | مصنوعات معدنية غير عادية مطلية أو مغطاة أو مخلوطة بالفضة | View Activity 242032 → |
242033 | Untraditional metal works painted, covered or mixed with other precious metals. | مصنوعات معدنية غير عادية مطلية أو مغطاة أو مخلوطة بمعادن ثمينة أخرى | View Activity 242033 → |
242041 | Smelting, rolling, drawing, purifying, and casting copper and its alloys. | صهر ودرفلة وسحب وتنقية وسبك النحاس وخلائطه | View Activity 242041 → |
242042 | Smelting, rolling, drawing, purifying, and casting aluminum and its alloys. | صهر ودرفلة وسحب وتنقية وسبك الألمنيوم وخلائطه | View Activity 242042 → |
242043 | Smelting, rolling, drawing, purifying, and casting lead, zinc, tin and their alloys. | صهر ودرفلة وسحب وتنقية وسبك الرصاص والزنك والقصديروخلائطها | View Activity 242043 → |
242044 | Smelting, rolling, drawing, purifying, and casting chromium, manganese, nickel and their alloys. | صهر ودرفلة وسحب وتنقية وسبك الكروم والمنغنيز والنيكل وخلائطها | View Activity 242044 → |
242051 | Production of alumina from nickel and copper | انتاج أكسيد الألمنيوم (ألومينا)من النيكل أو النحاس | View Activity 242051 → |
242052 | production of semi raw metals from nickel and copper | انتاج المعادن نصف الخام من النيكل أو النحاس | View Activity 242052 → |
242060 | Non-ferrous traditional metal works, including (wires - pipes - tubes - powders - papers - plates … etc.) | مصنوعات معدنية عادية غير حديدية ، يشمل ( (أسلاك ، مواسير ، أنابيب ، مساحيق ، أوراق ، صفائح …الخ ) | View Activity 242060 → |
243111 | Iron and steel casting (finished products) | سبك الحديد والصلب منتجات (تامة الصنع) | View Activity 243111 → |
243112 | Iron and steel casting (semi-finished finished products) | سبك الحديد والصلب (منتجات نصف تامة الصنع ) | View Activity 243112 → |
243120 | manufacture of tubes, pipes, hollow forms, and pipes and tubes connections. | صنع أنابيب ومواسير وأشكال مجوفة ووصلات أنابيب أو مواسير | View Activity 243120 → |
243211 | non-ferrous metals casting (finished products), including (aluminum and zinc .. etc.) | سبك المعادن غير الحديدية (منتجات تامة الصنع) ، يشمل ( الألمنيوم والزنك … الخ ) | View Activity 243211 → |
243212 | non-ferrous metals casting (semi-finished products), including (aluminum and zinc .. etc.) | سبك المعادن غير الحديدية (منتجات نصف تامة الصنع) يشمل ( الألمنيوم والزنك … الخ ) | View Activity 243212 → |
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 24 cover?
SSIC 24 covers Manufacture of basic metals (صنع الفلزات القاعدية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.
2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 24?
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 24?
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 24 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.