Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 331313: Maintenance of pollution control devices and technologies

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 331313

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 331313 designates Maintenance of pollution control devices and technologies (صيانة أجهزة وتقنيات التحكم في التلوث) 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	`331313`
Official Title (EN)	Maintenance of pollution control devices and technologies
Official Title (AR)	صيانة أجهزة وتقنيات التحكم في التلوث
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`3313` — Repair of electronic and optical equipment
Supervisory Authority	National Center forEnvironmental Compliance
Licensing Entity	National Center forEnvironmental Compliance
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`331311`	Maintenance of fire and rescue equipment	صيانة معدات الإطفاء والإنقاذ	View Code 331311 →
`331312`	Repair and maintenance of measuring, testing, monitoring and control equipment	إصلاح وصيانة معدات القياس والاختبار والمراقبة والتحكم	View Code 331312 →
`331314`	Maintenance and operation of pollution control equipment	صيانة وتشغيل معدات التحكم فى التلوث	View Code 331314 →
`331315`	Maintenance and operation of continuous and non-continuous environmental monitoring systems	صيانة وتشغيل أنظمة الرصد والمراقبة البيئية المستمرة وغير المستمرة	View Code 331315 →
`331316`	Maintenance of environmental laboratory equipment and tools	صيانة الأجهزة والأدوات المعملية البيئية	View Code 331316 →
`331317`	Repair and maintenance of Unmanned aerial vehicle ( Drones)	إصلاح وصيانة الطائرات بدون طيار	View Code 331317 →
`331318`	Repair and maintenance of navigational equipment	إصلاح وصيانة الأجهزة الملاحية	View Code 331318 →
`331321`	Maintenance of medical equipment and supplies	صيانة الأجهزة والمستلزمات الطبية	View Code 331321 →
`331322`	Repair and maintenance of optical instruments and equipment	إصلاح وصيانة الأدوات والمعدات البصرية	View Code 331322 →
`331331`	Maintenance and repair of military telescopes	إصلاح وصيانة المناظير العسكرية	View Code 331331 →
`331332`	Maintenance of military guidance and electronic warfare systems	إصلاح وصيانة أنظمة التوجيه وأنظمة الحرب الإلكترونية	View Code 331332 →
`331333`	MRO works of military measurement, examination, and test equipment	أعمال الإصلاح والصيانة والعمرة لمعدات القياس والفحص والاختبار العسكرية	View Code 331333 →

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 331313 cover?

SSIC 331313 covers Maintenance of pollution control devices and technologies (صيانة أجهزة وتقنيات التحكم في التلوث) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 331313?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of National Center forEnvironmental Compliance.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 331313?

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 331313 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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