Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 281921: Manufacture of freezing and refrigeration rooms and equipment

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 281921

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 281921 designates Manufacture of freezing and refrigeration rooms and equipment (صناعة معدات وغرف التجميد والتبريد) 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	`281921`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of freezing and refrigeration rooms and equipment
Official Title (AR)	صناعة معدات وغرف التجميد والتبريد
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2819` — Manufacture of other multi-function machines
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
`281910`	Manufacture of scales, digital scales for various purposes	صناعة الموازين وموازين لوحات رقمية لمختلف الأغراض	View Code 281910 →
`281922`	Manufacture of super market refrigerators and freezers	صناعة ثلاجات و فريزارات العرض والبيع	View Code 281922 →
`281923`	Manufacture of water and liquids chillers in establishments	صناعة برادات المياه والسوائل في المنشآت	View Code 281923 →
`281931`	Manufacture of air-conditioners (units or central) working with freon	صناعة أجهزة تكييف الهواء (وحدات أو مركزي ) فريون	View Code 281931 →
`281932`	Manufacture of different sizes of desert air-conditioners	صناعة مكيفات الهواء الصحراوي بمختلف الأحجام	View Code 281932 →
`281941`	Manufacture of liquids and gases purification and filtration machines and devices	صناعة آلات وأجهزة تنقية وترشيح السوائل أو الغازات	View Code 281941 →
`281942`	Manufacture of refining and distillation machines and equipment	صناعة آلات ومعدات التقطير والتكرير	View Code 281942 →
`281943`	Manufacture of centrifuges	صناعة أجهزة الطرد المركزي	View Code 281943 →
`281944`	Manufacture of air and gas liquefiers	صناعة آلات لإسالة الغاز أو الهواء	View Code 281944 →
`281951`	Manufacture of containers packaging, filling, and cleaning machines, including (bottles and boxes)	صناعة آلات رزم وتعبئة وتنظيف الأوعية ، يشمل ( القوارير والعلب )	View Code 281951 →
`281952`	Manufacture of containers manufacturing machines	صناعة آلات صناعة الأوعية	View Code 281952 →
`281961`	Manufacture of painting equipment	صنع معدات الطلاء	View Code 281961 →

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 281921 cover?

SSIC 281921 covers Manufacture of freezing and refrigeration rooms and equipment (صناعة معدات وغرف التجميد والتبريد) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 281921?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 281921?

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 281921 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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