Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 264013: Manufacture of all types of visual CD players

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 264013

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 264013 designates Manufacture of all types of visual CD players (صناعة مشغلات الأقراص المضغوطة المرئية بأنواعها) 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	`264013`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of all types of visual CD players
Official Title (AR)	صناعة مشغلات الأقراص المضغوطة المرئية بأنواعها
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2640` — Manufacture of consumer electronics
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
`264011`	Manufacture of video devices	صناعة أجهزة الفيديو	View Code 264011 →
`264012`	Manufacture of television screens	صناعة شاشات العرض التلفزيونية	View Code 264012 →
`264014`	Manufacture of home-based video cameras	صناعة كاميرات الفيديو المنزلية	View Code 264014 →
`264015`	Manufacture of video games devices	صناعة أجهزة ألعاب الفيديو	View Code 264015 →
`264016`	Manufacture of TV devices	صناعة أجهزة التلفزيون	View Code 264016 →
`264021`	Manufacture of radio devices	صناعة أجهزة الراديو	View Code 264021 →
`264022`	Manufacture of audio recording devices	صناعة أجهزة التسجيل الصوتية	View Code 264022 →
`264023`	Manufacture of sound systems	صناعة الأنظمة الصوتية	View Code 264023 →
`264024`	Manufacture of headphones for radio, recorder, and computer	صناعة سماعات الأذن للراديو والمسجل والحاسب الآلي	View Code 264024 →
`264025`	Manufacture of all types of audio CD players	صناعة مشغلات الأقراص المضغوطة الصوتية	View Code 264025 →
`264026`	Manufacture of microphones and amplifiers	صناعة أجهزة التقاط الصوت ( الميكروفونات ) ومكبرات الصوت	View Code 264026 →

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 264013 cover?

SSIC 264013 covers Manufacture of all types of visual CD players (صناعة مشغلات الأقراص المضغوطة المرئية بأنواعها) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 264013?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 264013?

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 264013 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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