Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 812906: cleaning of industrial machinery

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 812906

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 812906 designates cleaning of industrial machinery (أنشطة تنظيف الآلات والمعدات الصناعية) 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	`812906`
Official Title (EN)	cleaning of industrial machinery
Official Title (AR)	أنشطة تنظيف الآلات والمعدات الصناعية
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section N — Administrative and support service activities
Parent Entity Code	`8129` — Other building and industrial cleaning activities
Supervisory Authority	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Licensing Entity	Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`812901`	exterior cleaning of buildings	تنظيف خارجي للمباني	View Code 812901 →
`812902`	specialized cleaning activities for buildings such as window cleaning, chimney cleaning, etc.	تنظيف متخصص للمباني ، يشمل المداخن والنوافذ وغيرها	View Code 812902 →
`812903`	swimming pool cleaning and maintenance services	تنظيف وصيانة برك السباحة	View Code 812903 →
`812904`	Disinfection activities and pest and rodents control by fumes	أنشطة التطهير والتبخير لإبادة الحشرات والقوارض	View Code 812904 →
`812905`	cleaning of trains, buses, etc.	تنظيف الناقلات ما عدا الطائرات	View Code 812905 →
`812907`	street sweeping and snow and ice removal	أنشطة تنظيف الطرق	View Code 812907 →
`812908`	Airplane cleaning	تنظيف الطائرات	View Code 812908 →
`812911`	Environmental sanitation service activities	أنشطة خدمات الإصحاح البيئي	View Code 812911 →

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 812906 cover?

SSIC 812906 covers cleaning of industrial machinery (أنشطة تنظيف الآلات والمعدات الصناعية) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 812906?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 812906?

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 812906 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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