Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 432240: Installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 432240


Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 432240 designates Installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment (تركيب انظمة التبريد وتكييف الهواء وصيانتها واصلاحها) 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

ParameterOfficial Value
Saudi SSIC Code432240
Official Title (EN)Installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment
Official Title (AR)تركيب انظمة التبريد وتكييف الهواء وصيانتها واصلاحها
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection F — Construction
Parent Entity Code4322 — Plumbing, heat and air-conditioning installation
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing EntityMinistry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
432210Installation, maintenance and repair of heating systems (electric, gas and oil)تركيب انظمة التدفئة بالكهرباء اوالغاز اوالزيت وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432210 →
432220Installation, maintenance and repair of solar energy collectorsتركيب شبكات الطاقة الشمسية وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432220 →
432230Installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and sanitary equipmentتركيب الادوات الصحية وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432230 →
432251Installation, maintenance and repair of gas fittingsتمديدات انابيب الغاز وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432251 →
432252Installation, maintenance and repair of steam pipingتمديدات انابيب البخار وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432252 →
432253Installation, maintenance and repair of fire sprinkler systemsتمديدات انابيب الحريق وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432253 →
432254Installation, maintenance and repair of lawn sprinkler systemsتمديدات انابيب الري وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432254 →
432260Installation, maintenance and repair of air-conditioning ductsتركيب وتمديد انابيب تكييف الهواء وصيانتها واصلاحهاView Code 432260 →

Commercial Business Types Operating in Activity 432240

Business TypeArabic NamePrimary CodeIndustry SectorGuide
Air conditioning contractorمقاول أعمال Air conditioning432240ConstructionSetup Guide →
HVAC contractorمقاول أعمال HVAC432240ConstructionSetup Guide →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

  1. Ministry of Commerce (MC): Required on your Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) to legally define the company’s business activities.
  2. Ministry of Investment (MISA): Determines eligibility for 100% foreign-owned investment licenses and capital requirements. See our MISA Licensing Guide.
  3. ZATCA Taxation & Zakat: Activity categorization for Corporate Income Tax (20%), Zakat (2.5%), and 15% VAT filing rules. See our ZATCA Tax Guide.
  4. MHRSD / Qiwa (Nitaqat Quotas): Determines the required percentage of Saudi national employees. Check our Nitaqat Saudization Guide.
  5. Balady Municipal Licensing: Establishes commercial shop, office, and warehouse zoning compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment FactorVerification StatusRegulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT RegistryVerifiedConfirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International CrosswalkAlignedStandardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) ActiveEligibleAvailable for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment PathPermitted100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural HierarchyCompleteFull parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score🟢 10 / 10Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 432240 cover?

SSIC 432240 covers Installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration or air-conditioning equipment (تركيب انظمة التبريد وتكييف الهواء وصيانتها واصلاحها) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 432240?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 432240?

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 432240 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.