Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 266023: Manufacture of hearing aids

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 266023

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 266023 designates Manufacture of hearing aids (صناعة أجهزة تقوية السمع) 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 internal and external hearing aids, including 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	`266023`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of hearing aids
Official Title (AR)	صناعة أجهزة تقوية السمع
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2660` — Manufacture of radioactive equipment, and medical electric devices
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
`266011`	Manufacture of radioactive equipment, pipes, devices, and their parts for researches, and medical and scientific purposes, including (X-rays, beta rays, and gamma rays)	صناعة المعدات والأنابيب والأجهزة الإشعاعية العادية وإجزائها للأغراض الطبية والعلمية والأبحاث ، يشمل ( أشعة إكس ، أشعة بيتا ، أشعة جاما )	View Code 266011 →
`266012`	Manufacture of CT scan equipment	صناعة معدات التصوير المقطعي بالحاسب الآلي	View Code 266012 →
`266013`	Manufacture of MRI equipment	صناعة معدات التصوير بالرنين المغناطيسي	View Code 266013 →
`266014`	Manufacture of ultrasound Equipment	صناعة معدات التصوير بالموجات فوق الصوتية	View Code 266014 →
`266015`	Manufacture of PET scan equipment	صناعة معدات التصوير المقطعي بانبعاث البوزوترون	View Code 266015 →
`266016`	Manufacture of medical laser	صناعة معدات الليزر الطبي	View Code 266016 →
`266017`	Manufacture of food and milk radiation measuring equipment	صناعة معدات قياس إشعاعات الغذاء والحليب	View Code 266017 →
`266021`	Manufacture of pacemakers	صناعة منظمات ضربات القلب	View Code 266021 →
`266022`	Manufacture of electrocardiography equipment	صناعة أجهزة تخطيط القلب	View Code 266022 →
`266024`	Manufacture of medical electronic specula	صناعة المناظير الألكترونية الطبية	View Code 266024 →

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 266023 cover?

SSIC 266023 covers Manufacture of hearing aids (صناعة أجهزة تقوية السمع) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 266023?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 266023?

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 266023 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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