Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 477240: Retail sale of veterinary drugs (including veterinary equipment)

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 477240

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 477240 designates Retail sale of veterinary drugs (including veterinary equipment) (بيع الأدوية البيطرية ، يشمل ( معدات البيطرية )) 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	`477240`
Official Title (EN)	Retail sale of veterinary drugs (including veterinary equipment)
Official Title (AR)	بيع الأدوية البيطرية ، يشمل ( معدات البيطرية )
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section G — Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
Parent Entity Code	`4772` — Retail sale of pharmaceutical and medical goods, cosmetic and toilet articles in specialized stores
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`477211`	Pharmacies activities	أنشطة الصيدليات	View Code 477211 →
`477221`	Retail sale of orthopaedic devices	البيع بالتجزئة لأجهزة تقويم الأعضاء	View Code 477221 →
`477222`	Retail sale of medical equipment , tools and supplies	البيع بالتجزئة للأجهزة والمعدات والمستلزمات الطبية	View Code 477222 →
`477223`	Herbal Medicinal Sale Facility	البيع بالتجزئة للمستحضرات العشبية الطبية	View Code 477223 →
`477224`	Retail sale of In-Vitro medical device including accessories	البيع بالتجزئة للأجهزة المخبرية والتشخيصية الطبية	View Code 477224 →
`477230`	Retail sale of cosmetics and soaps	البيع بالتجزئة لمستحضرات التجميل وصابون الزينة	View Code 477230 →
`477250`	Retail sale of medical herbs	بيع الأعشاب الطبية الطبيعية	View Code 477250 →
`477261`	Retail sale of Oud and Bokhor	البيع بالتجزئة للعود والبخور	View Code 477261 →
`477262`	Retail sale of perfumes	البيع بالتجزئة للعطور	View Code 477262 →
`477271`	Retail sale of baby care supplies and gadgets	البيع بالتجزئة لمستلزمات وأدوات العناية بالاطفال	View Code 477271 →

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 477240 cover?

SSIC 477240 covers Retail sale of veterinary drugs (including veterinary equipment) (بيع الأدوية البيطرية ، يشمل ( معدات البيطرية )) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 477240?

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

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 477240?

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 477240 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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