Saudi Arabia SSIC Class 4663: Wholesale of construction materials, hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Class | Official Code: 4663

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 4663 designates Wholesale of construction materials, hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies (بيع مواد البناء والمواد الإنشائية المعدنية ومعدات السباكة والتدفئة ولوازمها بالجملة) 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	`4663`
Official Title (EN)	Wholesale of construction materials, hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies
Official Title (AR)	بيع مواد البناء والمواد الإنشائية المعدنية ومعدات السباكة والتدفئة ولوازمها بالجملة
Classification Level	Class
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`466` — Other specialized wholesale
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Commerce / Standard Sectoral Regulator
Licensing Entity	Balady / Sector Ministry
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Official Activity Codes in Class 4663 (13)

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`466310`	Wholesale of wood in the rough	البيع بالجملة للخشب بجميع أنواعه	View Code 466310 →
`466320`	Wholesale of hardware and locks	البيع بالجملة للأدوات للحديدة والأقفال	View Code 466320 →
`466331`	Wholesale of cement and plaster, etc.	البيع بالجملة للاسمنت والجص وما شابه	View Code 466331 →
`466332`	Wholesale of sand and gravel of all kinds	البيع بالجملة للرمل والبحص بأنواعها	View Code 466332 →
`466333`	wholesale of brick, block, tile, stone, marble, ceramic, and porcelain	البيع بالجملة للطابوق والبلك والبلاط والحجر والرخام والسيراميك والبورسلان	View Code 466333 →
`466334`	Wholesale of flat glass	البيع بالجملة لألواح الزجاج	View Code 466334 →
`466340`	Wholesale of sanitary installation equipment and hot water heaters	البيع بالجملة للأدوات الصحية وتمديداتها وسخانات وصهاريج المياه	View Code 466340 →
`466351`	Wholesale of paint and varnish	البيع بالجملة للأصباغ والورنيش	View Code 466351 →
`466352`	Wholesale of insulation materials and fittings and fixtures	البيع بالجملة للمواد العازلة ومواد الحشو والتركيب	View Code 466352 →
`466360`	Wholesale of wallpaper and floor coverings	البيع بالجملة لورق الحائط واغطية الارضيات	View Code 466360 →
`466370`	Wholesale of industrial metal roofs, doors, windows and works	البيع بالجملة للاسقف الصناعية المعدنية والابواب والشبابيك والمصنوعات المعدنية	View Code 466370 →
`466381`	Wholesale of metal accessories, locks, hinges, etc.	البيع بالجملة للاكسسوارات المعدنية والاقفال والمفصلات وغيرها	View Code 466381 →
`466382`	Wholesale of equipments and hand tools such as screwdrivers, saws, hammers and others	البيع بالجملة للعدد والادوات اليدوية مثل المفك والمنشار والمطارق وغيرها	View Code 466382 →

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 4663 cover?

SSIC 4663 covers Wholesale of construction materials, hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies (بيع مواد البناء والمواد الإنشائية المعدنية ومعدات السباكة والتدفئة ولوازمها بالجملة) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 4663?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce and respective sectoral regulators.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 4663?

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 4663 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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