Saudi Arabia SSIC Class 2822: Manufacture of metal forming machines and machine tools

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Class | Official Code: 2822

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 2822 designates Manufacture of metal forming machines and machine tools (صنع آلات تشكيل المعادن والعدد الآلية) 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	`2822`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of metal forming machines and machine tools
Official Title (AR)	صنع آلات تشكيل المعادن والعدد الآلية
Classification Level	Class
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`282` — Manufacture of specially designed machines
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

Official Activity Codes in Class 2822 (25)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`282211`	Manufacture of machine tools for wood forming	صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الخشب	View Code 282211 →
`282212`	Manufacture of machine tools for rock forming	صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الأحجار	View Code 282212 →
`282213`	Manufacture of machine tools for minerals forming	صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل المعادن	View Code 282213 →
`282214`	Manufacture of machine tools for cold glass forming	صناعة عدد آلية لتشكيل الزجاج البارد	View Code 282214 →
`282221`	Manufacture of machine tools for rotation	صناعة عدد آلية للتدوير	View Code 282221 →
`282222`	Manufacture of machine tools for piercing	صناعة عدد آلية للثقب	View Code 282222 →
`282223`	Manufacture of machine tools for drilling	صناعة عدد آلية للحفر	View Code 282223 →
`282224`	Manufacture of machine tools for forming	صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل	View Code 282224 →
`282225`	Manufacture of machine tools for refining	صناعة عدد آلية للسن	View Code 282225 →
`282231`	Manufacture of machine tools for forming by stamping	صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل بالختم	View Code 282231 →
`282232`	Manufacture of machine tools for forming by pressing, (including piercing pistons)	صناعة عدد آلية للتشكيل بالكبس ، يشمل ( مكابس التخريم )	View Code 282232 →
`282233`	Manufacture of hydraulic machine tools	صناعة عدد آلية هيدرولية	View Code 282233 →
`282234`	Manufacture of machine tools of scissors, and separation tools and separators	صناعة عدد آلية مقصات وأدوات شق وفواصل	View Code 282234 →
`282235`	Manufacture of simple machine tools, including (pistons, feet propellers)	صناعة عدد آلية ذات تصميم بسيط ، يشمل ( المكابس والرفاسات التي تدار بالقدم )	View Code 282235 →
`282236`	Manufacture of advanced machine tools, including (digital machines)	صناعة عدد آلية ذات تصميم متقدم ، يشمل ( الآلات ذات التحكم الرقمي )	View Code 282236 →
`282240`	Manufacture of stapling, nailing, and gluing machines	صناعة آلات للتدبيس والتسمير والتغرية	View Code 282240 →
`282251`	Manufacture of chain saws	صناعة مناشير سلسليه	View Code 282251 →
`282252`	Manufacture of scanning machines	صناعة آلات مسح	View Code 282252 →
`282253`	Manufacture of automatic hammers	صناعة مطارق آلية	View Code 282253 →
`282254`	Manufacture of rivet machines	صناعة ماكينات برشمة	View Code 282254 →
`282255`	Manufacture of metal sheets cutters	صناعة قاطعات للألواح المعدنية	View Code 282255 →
`282261`	Manufacture of pistons for particle board manufacturing	صناعة مكابس لصناعة ألواح الخشب الحبيبي	View Code 282261 →
`282262`	Manufacture of pistons for building panels manufacturing	صناعة مكابس لصناعة ألواح البناء	View Code 282262 →
`282263`	Manufacture of other machines for processing wood and cork	صناعة آلات أخرى لمعالجة الخشب والفلين	View Code 282263 →
`282270`	manufacture of machine tools parts, items and supplements	صناعة أجزاء ولوازم للعدد الآلية وملحقاتها	View Code 282270 →

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 2822 cover?

SSIC 2822 covers Manufacture of metal forming machines and machine tools (صنع آلات تشكيل المعادن والعدد الآلية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 2822?

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 2822?

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 2822 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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