What is SASO?
SASO is the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization. It is the government body that sets the product standards and technical regulations in Saudi Arabia, and it decides which products need a certificate before they can be sold there.
What SASO does
- Writes the Saudi standards and technical regulations for products such as electrical goods, building materials, toys, textiles and machinery.
- Runs SABER, the online platform where product and shipment certificates are issued.
- Approves the certification bodies that check products and issue certificates.
- Runs the Saudi Quality Mark and the energy and water efficiency labels.
What it means for exporters
If your product falls under a SASO technical regulation, it needs a certificate through SABER before it can clear Saudi customs. The HS code of your product decides which regulation applies and which certificate you need.
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Frequently asked questions
Does SASO cover food and cosmetics?
No. Food, cosmetics and medical products are covered by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA).
Does SASO issue the certificates itself?
Certificates are issued through SABER by certification bodies that SASO has approved. SASO sets the rules and checks the system.
How do I know if my product needs a SASO certificate?
Search your product or HS code in our HS code checker. It shows the regulation and the certificates that apply.