Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 712073: .(Testing and Examination of (Materials, Products, Processes, Devices and Equipment

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 712073

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 712073 designates .(Testing and Examination of (Materials, Products, Processes, Devices and Equipment (الفحص والاختبار للمواد والمنتجات والعمليات والأجهزة والمعدات) 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).

Detailed Description: Issuing test reports for a material, product, process, device, or an instrument according to specific requirements of a standard or a technical regulation.

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	`712073`
Official Title (EN)	.(Testing and Examination of (Materials, Products, Processes, Devices and Equipment
Official Title (AR)	الفحص والاختبار للمواد والمنتجات والعمليات والأجهزة والمعدات
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section M — Professional, scientific and technical activities
Parent Entity Code	`7120` — Technical testing and analysis
Supervisory Authority	Saudi Standards Metrology and Quality Organization
Licensing Entity	Saudi Standards Metrology and Quality Organization
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`712010`	Physical testing and analysis activities	أنشطة الاختبارات والتحليل الفيزيائي	View Code 712010 →
`712020`	Quality and product testing and approval activities	أنشطة اختبار واعتماد النوعية والجودة والمنتج	View Code 712020 →
`712031`	Food laboratories	المختبرات الغذائية	View Code 712031 →
`712032`	Chemical and petroleum products laboratories. (Inorganic materials such as gold and gemstone testing)	مختبرات المنتجات الكيميائية والبترولية (المواد الغير عضوية مثل فحص الذهب والاحجار الكريمة)	View Code 712032 →
`712033`	Electrical and Electronic Products Laboratories	مختبرات المنتجات الكهربائية والالكترونية	View Code 712033 →
`712034`	Construction and Building Materials Laboratories	مختبرات التشييد ومواد البناء	View Code 712034 →
`712035`	Textile Products Laboratories	مختبرات منتجات الغزل والنسيج	View Code 712035 →
`712036`	Measurement, calibration and verification laboratories	مختبرات القياس والمعايرة والتحقق	View Code 712036 →
`712037`	Cosmetic Products Laboratories	مختبرات منتجات التجميل	View Code 712037 →
`712038`	Veterinary laboratories	المختبرات البيطرية	View Code 712038 →
`712040`	testing and measuring of environmental indicators	اختبار وقياس المؤشرات البيئية	View Code 712040 →
`712041`	Test and measurement of environmental indicators and operation of water labs	اختبار وقياس المؤشرات البيئية وتشغيل مختبرات للمياه	View Code 712041 →

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 712073 cover?

SSIC 712073 covers .(Testing and Examination of (Materials, Products, Processes, Devices and Equipment (الفحص والاختبار للمواد والمنتجات والعمليات والأجهزة والمعدات) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 712073?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Saudi Standards Metrology and Quality Organization.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 712073?

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 712073 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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