What is the MIM Product Declaration?
The MIM Product Declaration is a form that the Saudi importer fills in and the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) approves. For listed HS codes, a shipment certificate cannot be issued on SABER without it.
Which products need it
SASO keeps a list of HS codes that need the declaration. On 18 June 2026, SASO added more products to the list, including steel, pipes, aluminium sheets, paints, carpets, wooden furniture, prefabricated buildings, lifts, generators and some electrical panels. Earlier lists already covered products such as ceramic tiles, plastic pipes, cardboard and car batteries.
How it is used
- The importer submits the declaration to the Ministry for approval.
- The approved declaration is added to the technical file on SABER.
- The certification body issues the shipment certificate only after that.
- SASO also checks issued certificates at random for the approved declaration.
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Frequently asked questions
Who submits the MIM declaration?
The Saudi importer. The exporter supplies the product details the form asks for.
Does an 8-digit HS code cover all products under it?
Yes. Where the list gives an 8-digit code, the rule applies to every 12-digit code under it.
Does it replace the product certificate?
No. It is needed in addition to the product certificate and the shipment certificate.