SASO adding products and HS codes to the requirement of getting MIM industrial approval
Starting from 30/7/2023, SASO has added below products and HS codes to the requirement of getting MIM industrial approval before issuing the SCOC through SABER portal. This crucial update aims to enhance the quality and safety standards of these products in the Saudi market.
| Product | HS Codes |
|---|---|
| Ductile Tubes | 730300000001 |
| 730300000002 | |
| 730719000000 | |
| 730721000000 | |
| 730722000000 | |
| 730791000000 | |
| White Cement | 252321000001 |
| 252321000002 | |
| 252321000003 | |
| 252321000004 |
Additionally, please be informed that SASO has updated the HS code for the product “Shade Nets” as below:
| Product | HS Codes |
|---|---|
| Shade Nets | 560819009999 |
Procedure for Obtaining MIM Industrial Approval:
To streamline the process of obtaining MIM industrial approval, the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) has outlined the following steps that must be followed:
1. Form Submission:
- Local manufacturers and importers must fill in the form in Arabic.
- The completed form should be submitted to the Ministry via email at SFC@mim.gov.sa
2. Approval Confirmation:
- The Ministry will review the submitted forms and notify the client of the approval status through SFC@mim.gov.sa
- It is essential for clients to share the email containing the approval confirmation for verification purposes.
3. Verification Process:
- Our technical team will verify both the email received and the barcode of the approved form.
- Only after successful verification will we proceed with issuing the Supplier's Conformity Assessment Certificate (SCOC) through the SABER portal.
Cotecna is committed to supporting SASO's endeavors to enhance product quality and safety in the Saudi market. We encourage all local manufacturers and importers of ductile tubes, white cement, and shade nets to comply with the new MIM industrial approval requirements. By adhering to these regulations, we contribute to building a reliable and sustainable business environment in Saudi Arabia.
For additional information and support regarding SASO programme or to find out more about MIM industrial approval, do not hesitate to contact us.
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