Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 302023: Manufacture of goods cars

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 302023

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 302023 designates Manufacture of goods cars (صناعة عربات البضائع) 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	`302023`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of goods cars
Official Title (AR)	صناعة عربات البضائع
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`3020` — Manufacture of train tractors and railroad cars
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
`302010`	Manufacture of train tractors	صناعة قاطرات السكك الحديدية	View Code 302010 →
`302021`	Manufacture of railroad cars	صناعة عربات السكك الحديدية	View Code 302021 →
`302022`	Manufacture of food and sleeping cars	صناعة عربات النوم والأكل	View Code 302022 →
`302024`	Manufacture of train supplying cars	صناعة عربات تموين القاطرات	View Code 302024 →
`302025`	Manufacture of tanker cars, and self-propelled carts	صناعة عربات الصهاريج والعربات ذاتية الدفع	View Code 302025 →
`302026`	Manufacture of parts, items, and equipment for railroad tractors	صناعة أجزاء وقطع لقاطرات ومعدات السكك الحديدية	View Code 302026 →

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 302023 cover?

SSIC 302023 covers Manufacture of goods cars (صناعة عربات البضائع) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 302023?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 302023?

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 302023 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.