Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 465202: Wholesale of blank audio and video tapes and diskettes, magnetic and optical disks (CDs, DVDs)

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 465202

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 465202 designates Wholesale of blank audio and video tapes and diskettes, magnetic and optical disks (CDs, DVDs) (البيع بالجملة لاشرطة التسجيل المرئية والسمعية الممغنطة (الخالية)) 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	`465202`
Official Title (EN)	Wholesale of blank audio and video tapes and diskettes, magnetic and optical disks (CDs, DVDs)
Official Title (AR)	البيع بالجملة لاشرطة التسجيل المرئية والسمعية الممغنطة (الخالية)
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4652` — Wholesale of electronic and telecommunications equipment and parts
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Commerce
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Commerce
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`465201`	Wholesale of spare parts of communications equipment and electronic parts, including electronic pipes and integrated and printed electrical circuits	البيع بالجملة لقطع غيار المعدات والاجزاء الالكترونية الخاصة بالاتصالات وتشمل الانابيب الالكترونية والدوائر الكهربائية المدمجة والمطبوعة	View Code 465201 →
`465203`	Wholesale of telephone and communications equipment	البيع بالجملة لأجهزة الهواتف ومعدات الاتصال	View Code 465203 →
`465204`	Wholesale of radio and TV equipment	البيع بالجملة لمعدات الراديو والتلفزيون	View Code 465204 →
`465205`	Wholesale of audio and video appliances (CDs, DVDs)	البيع بالجملة لأجهزة التسجيل والعرض	View Code 465205 →
`465206`	Wholesale of semiconductor devices	البيع بالجملة لأشباه الموصلات	View Code 465206 →
`465207`	Wholesale of cameras and their accessories	البيع بالجملة لكاميرات التصوير ومستلزماتها	View Code 465207 →
`465208`	Wholesales of GPS devices	البيع بالجملة لأجهزة الخرائط الرقمية	View Code 465208 →
`465211`	Wholesale of mobile phone accessories	البيع بالجملة في اكسسوارات الهواتف النقالة	View Code 465211 →
`465212`	wholesale of mobile phone spare parts	البيع بالجملة لقطع غيار الهواتف النقالة	View Code 465212 →

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 465202 cover?

SSIC 465202 covers Wholesale of blank audio and video tapes and diskettes, magnetic and optical disks (CDs, DVDs) (البيع بالجملة لاشرطة التسجيل المرئية والسمعية الممغنطة (الخالية)) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 465202?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 465202?

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 465202 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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