Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 462034: Wholesale of agricultural Seedlings

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 462034


Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 462034 designates Wholesale of agricultural Seedlings (البيع بالجملة للشتلات الزراعية) 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 Code462034
Official Title (EN)Wholesale of agricultural Seedlings
Official Title (AR)البيع بالجملة للشتلات الزراعية
Classification LevelActivity
Section CategorySection G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code4620 — Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals
Supervisory AuthorityMinistry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Licensing EntityMinistry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Standard CustodianGeneral Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / VersionSSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition
CodeTitle (EN)Title (AR)Details
462011Wholesale of barleyالبيع بالجملة للشعيرView Code 462011 →
462012Seeds wholesale except for barelyالبيع بالجملة للبذور ماعدا الشعيرView Code 462012 →
462013Grain wholesale except for barelyالبيع بالجملة للحبوب ماعدا الشعيرView Code 462013 →
462020Wholesale of oleaginous fruitsالبيع بالجملة للفواكة والثمار الزيتيةView Code 462020 →
462031Wholesale of flowersالبيع بالجملة للزهورView Code 462031 →
462032Wholesale of outdoor plantsالبيع بالجملة للنباتات الخارجيةView Code 462032 →
462033Wholesale of indoor plantsالبيع بالجملة للنباتات الداخليةView Code 462033 →
462051Wholesale of fish and aquatic animalsالبيع بالجملة للأسماك والاحياء المائيةView Code 462051 →
462052Wholesale of birdsالبيع بالجملة للطيورView Code 462052 →
462054Wholesale of sheepالبيع بالجملة للاغنامView Code 462054 →
462055Wholesale of cowsالبيع بالجملة للابقارView Code 462055 →
462056Wholesale of camelsالبيع بالجملة للجمالView Code 462056 →

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 462034 cover?

SSIC 462034 covers Wholesale of agricultural Seedlings (البيع بالجملة للشتلات الزراعية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 462034?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 462034?

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 462034 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.