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SASO & SABER Certifications

SASO & SABER Certification – Complete Guide for Saudi Product Compliance (2025)

Saudi Arabia maintains one of the world’s strictest product quality and safety frameworks under SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) and its digital conformity system SABER. If you intend to manufacture, export, import, or distribute products into the Kingdom, you must comply with SASO Technical Regulations and obtain valid product approvals.

At Sanyog Conformity, we specialize in end-to-end assistance for SASO and SABER certifications, ensuring error-free documentation, accredited testing, and seamless certificate issuance for 1000+ product categories. Our expert team helps global manufacturers achieve market access in Saudi Arabia with speed, accuracy, and guaranteed compliance.


What Is SASO?

The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) is the national authority responsible for:

  • Setting technical regulations
  • Product quality & safety standards
  • Conformity assessment frameworks
  • Consumer protection enforcement
  • Imports monitoring and market surveillance

SASO ensures that all locally manufactured and imported products meet approved safety, performance, and environmental standards before entering the Saudi market.


What Is SABER?

SABER is the official online platform developed under the SALEEM program to digitize all product conformity procedures, including:

  • Product registration
  • Technical regulation classification
  • Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC)
  • Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)
  • Document verification
  • Shipment clearance

Every product entering Saudi Arabia must be registered on SABER, and all conformity certificates must be issued electronically through the platform.


Why SASO & SABER Certification Is Mandatory

Saudi Arabia mandates SASO compliance for the following reasons:

  • Eliminating unsafe and low-quality products
  • Ensuring consumer protection & public safety
  • Preventing counterfeit goods
  • Standardizing imports & local manufacturing
  • Ensuring compliance with national and international standards

No manufacturer or exporter can bypass SASO technical regulations. Non-compliant products face immediate rejection at Saudi customs.


Types of Certificates Issued Under SASO & SABER

✔ Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC)

Issued for each product model to confirm compliance with SASO standards. Valid for 1 year.

✔ Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)

Issued for every shipment imported into Saudi Arabia. Mandatory for customs clearance.

✔ G-Mark (for Low Voltage & Toys)

Required for regulated electrical products, toys, and gas appliances.

✔ IECEE Recognition Certificate

Recognizes international CB test certifications for certain electrical products.

✔ Energy Efficiency Labels

Mandatory for ACs, lighting, refrigerators, washing machines, motors, and more.


Products That Require SASO/SABER Certification

Nearly all product categories require SABER registration, but regulated products absolutely require PCoC:

  • Electrical appliances
  • Electronics & IT equipment
  • Automotive parts, tyres, and batteries
  • Chemicals & cosmetics
  • Toys and children’s items
  • Textiles, carpets & mattresses
  • Construction materials
  • Kitchenware and food-contact materials
  • Furniture products
  • HVAC products
  • Lighting equipment

If your product is listed under SASO Technical Regulations, you must obtain mandatory approvals before export.


SASO/SABER Certification Process (Step-by-Step Guide)

Step 1 – SABER Account Setup

The importer must register on the SABER platform and create a product registration file.

Step 2 – Product Classification

  • Regulated Products: require PCoC approval
  • Non-Regulated Products: undergo simple self-declaration

Step 3 – Documentation Upload

Upload mandatory documents such as:

  • HS code
  • Product photos
  • Manufacturer details
  • Technical datasheets
  • Safety test reports

Step 4 – Testing (If Required)

Certain categories (electronics, toys, cosmetics, motors) require testing at accredited laboratories.

Step 5 – PCoC Issuance

SASO-approved Certification Body reviews and issues the Product Certificate of Conformity.

Step 6 – Shipment Registration

Once the exporter is ready to ship goods, a shipment entry is created in SABER.

Step 7 – Document Review

  • Invoice
  • Packing list
  • Certificate of origin
  • Labels & packaging details

Step 8 – SCoC Issuance

After successful review, SABER issues the Shipment Certificate of Conformity required for Saudi customs clearance.


Documents Required for SASO & SABER Certification

For PCoC For SCoC
  • Product photos
  • Accredited test reports
  • Manufacturer declaration
  • Datasheets & user manual
  • HS code & customs information
  • Quality certificates (E.g., ISO)
  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Certificate of origin
  • Shipment details
  • SSCC codes
  • PCoC validity proof

Industry-Based Requirements Under SASO Regulations

✔ Electronics & Electrical Products

  • Testing per IEC standards
  • G-Mark requirements
  • Energy Efficiency labels (for ACs, refrigerators, etc.)

✔ Toys

  • EN 71 & chemical safety testing
  • Age classification compliance

✔ Cosmetics

  • Ingredient documentation
  • GMP compliance

✔ Tires & Automotive Parts

  • Rolling resistance testing
  • Durability tests

✔ Construction Materials

  • Thermal insulation standards
  • Chemical and mechanical property tests

Common Mistakes That Cause SASO/SABER Rejections

  • Mismatched HS codes
  • Incorrect technical regulation selection
  • Invalid/expired test reports
  • Missing product photos or labeling
  • Incomplete datasheets
  • Using non-accredited testing labs

Sanyog Conformity ensures complete compliance to avoid delays and rejections.


Why Choose Sanyog Conformity for SASO & SABER Certifications?

  • End-to-end support from documentation to approval
  • Accredited testing coordination
  • Fast issuance within 3–7 days
  • Zero rejection guarantee
  • Dedicated account manager
  • 100% compliance with SASO/SABER rules

We simplify the entire process so you can focus on your business while we ensure smooth and fast market entry in Saudi Arabia.


Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the validity of PCoC?

PCoC is valid for 1 year from the date of issue.

2. Do all products require SABER registration?

Yes, all products (regulated or not) must be registered in SABER.

3. Can Sanyog Conformity handle everything?

Yes — from testing to certification, we manage 100% of the process.

4. Is testing mandatory for all products?

No, only regulated products require accredited testing.

5. Can shipment enter Saudi without SCoC?

Absolutely not. SCoC is mandatory for customs clearance.


Contact Sanyog Conformity

For SASO & SABER certification assistance, contact our expert team for a free consultation and fast-track processing.

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