Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 432972: Installing and Maintaining Storage and shelves Solutions

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 432972

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 432972 designates Installing and Maintaining Storage and shelves Solutions (تركيب وصيانة أنظمة الرفوف والتخزين) 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: : Storage rack systems, including regular storage systems, which are shelves (such as shelves in shops, etc.) and there are large, automated and semi-automatic storage systems that are usually found in major warehouses such as Panda, Ikea, Nahdi and Zamzam.

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	`432972`
Official Title (EN)	Installing and Maintaining Storage and shelves Solutions
Official Title (AR)	تركيب وصيانة أنظمة الرفوف والتخزين
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section F — Construction
Parent Entity Code	`4329` — Other construction installation
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`432911`	Installation and maintenance of elevators	تركيب وصيانة المصاعد	View Code 432911 →
`432912`	Installation, repair and maintenance of escalators, conveyor and ground belts	تركيب وإصلاح وصيانة السلالم المتحركة والسيور الناقلة و الارضية	View Code 432912 →
`432920`	Installation, repair and maintenance of automated and revolving doors	تركيب وإصلاح وصيانة الابواب الاوتوماتيكية	View Code 432920 →
`432930`	Installation, repair and maintenance of lightning conductors	تركيب وإصلاح وصيانة مانعه الصواعق	View Code 432930 →
`432940`	Installation, repair and maintenance of vacuum cleaning systems	تركيب وإصلاح وصيانة انظمة التنظيف المركزية	View Code 432940 →
`432950`	Installation, repair and maintenance of thermal, sound or vibration insulation	تركيب وإصلاح وصيانة أنظمة العوازل الحرارية والمائية	View Code 432950 →
`432961`	Installation and repair of civil protection devices such as heavy equipment used to control earth quicks and buildings collapse and ways of individual protection	تركيب وصيانة أجهزة الحماية المدنية من الأليات والمعدات الثقيلة الخاصة للتدخل في حوادث انهيارات المباني والزلازل ومعدات ووسائل الوقاية الفردية	View Code 432961 →
`432962`	Installation and maintenance of early warning sirens and control centres	تركيب وصيانة صافرات الإنذار المبكر ومراكز التحكم بها	View Code 432962 →
`432963`	Installation and maintenance of fire equipment	تركيب وصيانة أجهزة ومعدات الإطفاء	View Code 432963 →

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 432972 cover?

SSIC 432972 covers Installing and Maintaining Storage and shelves Solutions (تركيب وصيانة أنظمة الرفوف والتخزين) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 432972?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 432972?

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 432972 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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