SFDA Certificate for Hair Dyes
Hair dyes have to meet SFDA cosmetics rules, with an Arabic label and a test report.
Overview
This page covers hair colours and dyes, including permanent, semi-permanent and henna-based hair colours sold as hair dye.
Cosmetics in Saudi Arabia are overseen by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), not SASO. Hair dyes must be listed with SFDA, carry an Arabic label and be backed by a test report and the chemical formula. Your Saudi importer clears each shipment with SFDA.
Documents required
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Product label in Arabic
- Certificate of origin
- Chemical formula
- Test report
- Inspection photos
This is our default preparation list. Actual requirements depend on the product, HS Code, applicable regulation, certification route and shipment details. We verify the list for your product before proceeding.
The market
Saudi Arabia imported US$250 million of hair preparations such as dyes, oils and creams in 2024. US$16 million came from India.
Source: UN Comtrade, HS 3305.90, 2024
Find your HS code
Hair dyes have their own code within hair preparations.
How it works
Step 1
Confirm your product and code
Send us the product details, the formula and your label. We confirm the right HS code and SFDA requirements.
Step 2
Prepare the documents
We help you prepare the chemical formula, the test report, the Arabic label and the other documents.
Step 3
Ship to your importer
Your Saudi importer clears the shipment with SFDA. We help with questions along the way.
Request a quote
Tell us about your hair dyes. You can review the prepared request and send it through WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Do hair dyes need extra checks?
Hair dyes contain restricted colouring ingredients, so SFDA looks closely at the formula and the warnings on the label. We review both before you ship.
Do hair dyes need a SABER certificate?
No. Cosmetics are overseen by SFDA, not SASO, so hair dyes do not go through SABER.
Who clears the shipment with SFDA?
Your Saudi importer. They need the formula, the test report and the other documents from you before they arrive.
Do you provide the certificate?
Yes*. We help you get the SFDA certificate, from preparing the documents to the final approval.