Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 461014: Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals, including fertilizers

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 461014

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 461014 designates Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals, including fertilizers (وكلاء البيع في الوقود الخام والمعادن والكيميائية الصناعية بما في ذلك الأسمدة) 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	`461014`
Official Title (EN)	Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals, including fertilizers
Official Title (AR)	وكلاء البيع في الوقود الخام والمعادن والكيميائية الصناعية بما في ذلك الأسمدة
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4610` — Wholesale on a fee or contract basis
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Energy
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Energy
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`461011`	Agents involved in the sale of agricultural raw materials	وكلاء البيع في المواد الخام الزراعية	View Code 461011 →
`461013`	Agents involved in the sale of textile raw materials	وكلاء البيع في مواد النسيج الأولية	View Code 461013 →
`461015`	Agents involved in the sale of food and beverages	وكلاء البيع في الأغذية والمشروبات	View Code 461015 →
`461016`	Agents involved in the sale of textiles and clothing	وكلاء البيع في المنسوجات والملبوسات	View Code 461016 →
`461017`	Agents involved in the sale of machinery, including office machinery and computers, and industrial equipment	وكلاء البيع للآلات بما في ذلك الآلات المكتبية والحواسيب والمعدات الصناعية	View Code 461017 →
`461018`	Agents involved in the sale of furniture, household goods and hardware	وكلاء البيع للأثاث والسلع المنزلية	View Code 461018 →
`461021`	All activities of those involved in bringing sellers and buyers together or undertaking commercial transactions on behalf of a principal	الدلالين وسماسرة المزادات لجميع السلع	View Code 461021 →
`461023`	Sale of fixed assets and movable assets	بيع الأصول الثابتة والمنقولة	View Code 461023 →
`461024`	Permanent exhibitions of factory products	المعارض الدائمة لمنتجات المصانع	View Code 461024 →
`461030`	Export Houses Activities	أنشطة بيوت التصدير	View Code 461030 →
`461032`	Import activities	أنشطة الاستيراد	View Code 461032 →
`461041`	Agents involved in the sale of medicines	وكلاء البيع في الأدوية	View Code 461041 →

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 461014 cover?

SSIC 461014 covers Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals, including fertilizers (وكلاء البيع في الوقود الخام والمعادن والكيميائية الصناعية بما في ذلك الأسمدة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 461014?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Energy.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 461014?

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 461014 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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