Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 383005: Recycling and reuse of municipal waste

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 383005

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 383005 designates Recycling and reuse of municipal waste (التدوير وإعادة استخدام النفايات البلدية) 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).

Detailed Description: Permit for the Recycling Facilities

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	`383005`
Official Title (EN)	Recycling and reuse of municipal waste
Official Title (AR)	التدوير وإعادة استخدام النفايات البلدية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section E — Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities
Parent Entity Code	`3830` — Materials recovery
Supervisory Authority	National Center for Waste Management
Licensing Entity	National Center for Waste Management
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`383001`	Processing of metal and non-metal waste and scrap and other articles into secondary raw materials	تجهيز النفايات والخردة الفلزية وأصناف المعادن لاستخدامها كمواد أولية	View Code 383001 →
`383002`	Separating and sorting metal and non-metal waste and scrap and other articles into secondary raw materials	فصل وفرز النفايات والخردة الفلزية وأصناف المعادن لاستخدامها كمواد أولية	View Code 383002 →
`383006`	Recycling and reuse of hazardous wastes	التدوير وإعادة استخدام النفايات الخطرة	View Code 383006 →
`383007`	Recycling and reuse of non-hazardous industrial waste	التدوير وإعادة استخدام النفايات الصناعية الغير خطرة	View Code 383007 →
`383008`	Recycling and reuse of oil and petroleum waste	التدوير وإعادة استخدام الزيوت والنفايات البترولية	View Code 383008 →
`383011`	Recovering rubber from worn-out tires in the form of powder or granules	استعادة المطاط من الاطارات المستهلكة على شكل بودرة أو حبيبات	View Code 383011 →

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 383005 cover?

SSIC 383005 covers Recycling and reuse of municipal waste (التدوير وإعادة استخدام النفايات البلدية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 383005?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of National Center for Waste Management.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 383005?

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 383005 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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