Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 282521: Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting grains

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 282521

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 282521 designates Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting grains (صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة وتحميص وتنظيف وفرز الحبوب) 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	`282521`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting grains
Official Title (AR)	صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة وتحميص وتنظيف وفرز الحبوب
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`2825` — Manufacture of food, drinks and tobacco processing 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
`282510`	Manufacture of machines used in dairy industry.	صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة منتجات الألبان	View Code 282510 →
`282522`	Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting dried vegetables	صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة وتحميص وطحن وتنظيف وفرز الخضروات المجففة	View Code 282522 →
`282523`	Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting nuts	صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة وتحميص وطحن وتنظيف وفرز المكسرات	View Code 282523 →
`282524`	Manufacture of flour producing machines, including (mills and others)	صناعة آلات انتاج الدقيق ، يشمل ( المطاحن وغيرها ).	View Code 282524 →
`282530`	Manufacture of extraction and preparation machines for animal and plants oils, fruit juice, mashers and other similar machines	صناعة آلات أستخلاص وتحضير الزيوت الحيوانية والنباتية وعصير الفواكه والمهارس وما شابهها	View Code 282530 →
`282541`	Manufacture of automatic bakery machines and equipment	صناعة آلات ومعدات المخابز الأوتوماتيكية	View Code 282541 →
`282542`	Manufacture of equipment for non-electric bakery ovens	صناعة معدات أفران للمخابز الغير كهربائية	View Code 282542 →
`282551`	Manufacture of pasteurization units	صناعة وحدات البسترة	View Code 282551 →
`282552`	Manufacture of non-domestic microwaves	صناعة وحدات المايكرويف غير المنزلية	View Code 282552 →
`282553`	Manufacture of broasted preparation machines	صناعة مكائن تجهيز البروستد	View Code 282553 →
`282571`	Manufacture of different kinds of cooking ovens and machines that work with Mandy	صناعة آلات وأفران الطبخ بأنواعها التي تعمل بالضغط الحراري المكتوم (المندي)	View Code 282571 →
`282572`	Manufacture of frying machines	صناعة آلات القلي	View Code 282572 →

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 282521 cover?

SSIC 282521 covers Manufacture of machines used in roasting, grinding, cleaning, and sorting grains (صناعة الآلات المستخدمة في صناعة وتحميص وتنظيف وفرز الحبوب) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 282521?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 282521?

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 282521 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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