Saudi Arabia SSIC Group 282: Manufacture of specially designed machines
Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Group | Official Code: 282
Executive Summary & Classification Scope
SSIC code 282 designates Manufacture of specially designed machines (صنع الآلات المتخصصة الغرض) 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 | 282 |
| Official Title (EN) | Manufacture of specially designed machines |
| Official Title (AR) | صنع الآلات المتخصصة الغرض |
| Classification Level | Group |
| Section Category | Section C — Manufacturing |
| Parent Entity Code | 28 — Manufacture of equipment and not elsewhere classified products |
| 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-Classes in Group 282 (7)
Official 6-Digit Activity Codes in Group 282 (110 Codes)
Below are official economic activity codes registered under Group 282 for Commercial Registration (CR) and municipal licensing in Saudi Arabia:
| 6-Digit SSIC Code | Official Activity Title (EN) | Official Activity Title (AR) | Details |
|---|
282111 | Manufacture and assembly of tractors machines and equipment | صناعة وتجميع آلات ومعدات التراكتورات | View Activity 282111 → |
282112 | Manufacture and assembly of plow machines and equipment | صناعة وتجميع آلات ومعدات الحراثات | View Activity 282112 → |
282113 | Manufacture and assembly of machines and equipment of auto loading and unloading trailers | صناعة وتجميع آلات ومعدات مقطورات ذاتية التحميل والتفريغ | View Activity 282113 → |
282114 | Manufacture and assembly of agricultural handling machines and equipment | صناعة وتجميع آلات ومعدات مناولة زراعية | View Activity 282114 → |
282115 | Manufacture and assembly of machines and equipment of pivotal irrigation devices | صناعة وتجميع آلات ومعدات أجهزة الري المحوري…الخ | View Activity 282115 → |
282121 | Manufacture of machines used in agriculture, gardening, or forests for land preparation, or crops planting or fertilization | صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في الزراعة أو البستنة أو الغابات لتحضير التربة أو غرس أو تسميد المحاصيل | View Activity 282121 → |
282122 | Manufacture of seeding machines | صناعة آلالات البذارات | View Activity 282122 → |
282131 | Manufacture of picking and harvesting machines, and tree trimmers | صناعة آلات الحصد والقطف والقص للأشجار | View Activity 282131 → |
282132 | Manufacture of egg cleaning and sorting machines | صناعة آلات التنظيف والفرز للبيض | View Activity 282132 → |
282133 | Manufacture of fruit and vegetables cleaning and sorting machines | صناعة آلات التنظيف والفرز للفواكه و الخضروات | View Activity 282133 → |
282140 | Manufacture of cattle milking machines | صناعة ماكينات حلب الماشية | View Activity 282140 → |
282150 | Manufacture of agricultural sprinklers | صناعة آلات الرش للاستخدام الزراعي | View Activity 282150 → |
282160 | Manufacture of other machines used in agriculture, farming, forests, cattle raising, and poultry and bee raising | صناعة الآلات الأخرى المستخدمة في الزراعة والفلاحة والغابات وتربية الحيوان والدواجن والنحل | View Activity 282160 → |
282211 | Manufacture of machine tools for wood forming | صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الخشب | View Activity 282211 → |
282212 | Manufacture of machine tools for rock forming | صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الأحجار | View Activity 282212 → |
282213 | Manufacture of machine tools for minerals forming | صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل المعادن | View Activity 282213 → |
282214 | Manufacture of machine tools for cold glass forming | صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الزجاج البارد | View Activity 282214 → |
282221 | Manufacture of machine tools for rotation | صناعة عدد آلية للتدوير | View Activity 282221 → |
282222 | Manufacture of machine tools for piercing | صناعة عدد آلية للثقب | View Activity 282222 → |
282223 | Manufacture of machine tools for drilling | صناعة عدد آلية للحفر | View Activity 282223 → |
282224 | Manufacture of machine tools for forming | صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل | View Activity 282224 → |
282225 | Manufacture of machine tools for refining | صناعة عدد آلية للسن | View Activity 282225 → |
282231 | Manufacture of machine tools for forming by stamping | صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل بالختم | View Activity 282231 → |
282232 | Manufacture of machine tools for forming by pressing, (including piercing pistons) | صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل بالكبس ، يشمل ( مكابس التخريم ) | View Activity 282232 → |
282233 | Manufacture of hydraulic machine tools | صناعة عدد آلية هيدرولية | View Activity 282233 → |
282234 | Manufacture of machine tools of scissors, and separation tools and separators | صناعة عدد آلية مقصات وأدوات شق وفواصل | View Activity 282234 → |
282235 | Manufacture of simple machine tools, including (pistons, feet propellers) | صناعة عدد آلية ذات تصميم بسيط ، يشمل ( المكابس والرفاسات التي تدار بالقدم ) | View Activity 282235 → |
282236 | Manufacture of advanced machine tools, including (digital machines) | صناعة عدد آلية ذات تصميم متقدم ، يشمل ( الآلات ذات التحكم الرقمي ) | View Activity 282236 → |
282240 | Manufacture of stapling, nailing, and gluing machines | صناعة آلات للتدبيس والتسمير والتغرية | View Activity 282240 → |
282251 | Manufacture of chain saws | صناعة مناشير سلسليه | View Activity 282251 → |
282252 | Manufacture of scanning machines | صناعة آلات مسح | View Activity 282252 → |
282253 | Manufacture of automatic hammers | صناعة مطارق آلية | View Activity 282253 → |
282254 | Manufacture of rivet machines | صناعة ماكينات برشمة | View Activity 282254 → |
282255 | Manufacture of metal sheets cutters | صناعة قاطعات للألواح المعدنية | View Activity 282255 → |
282261 | Manufacture of pistons for particle board manufacturing | صناعة مكابس لصناعة ألواح الخشب الحبيبي | View Activity 282261 → |
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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 282 cover?
SSIC 282 covers Manufacture of specially designed machines (صنع الآلات المتخصصة الغرض) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.
2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 282?
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 282?
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 282 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.