IECEE Certificate for Surge Protectors
Surge protectors need IECEE recognition from SASO, and every shipment needs a SABER Shipment Certificate.
Overview
This page covers surge protection devices and other apparatus for protecting electrical circuits up to 1,000 V.
Surge protectors fall under the GCC Technical Regulation for Low Voltage Electrical Equipment and Appliances. SASO recognises a valid IECEE CB test certificate, so your CB report is the basis of the approval. Each shipment then needs its own SABER Shipment Certificate before it can clear Saudi customs.
Documents required
- IECEE CB test certificate and test report
- Product details and technical data sheet
- Photos of the product, packaging and markings
- Declaration of conformity
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
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$78 million of circuit protection apparatus up to 1,000 V in 2024. US$2 million came from India.
Source: UN Comtrade, HS 8536.30, 2024
Find your HS code
Surge protectors up to 1,000 V share one code with other circuit protection devices.
How it works
Step 1
Confirm your product and code
Send us the product details and test reports. We confirm the right HS code and requirements.
Step 2
Get IECEE recognition
We help prepare your CB test certificate and report for recognition by SASO.
Step 3
Ship with a certificate
For each shipment, we help with the SABER Shipment Certificate.
Request a quote
Tell us about your surge protectors. You can review the prepared request and send it through WhatsApp.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use the Quality Mark instead of IECEE recognition?
Yes. SABER accepts either IECEE recognition or the Saudi Quality Mark for surge protectors. We help you choose.
Do lightning arresters for power lines use this code?
No. Lightning arresters and surge suppressors over 1,000 V fall under 8535.40 and follow a different route.
Is IECEE recognition the same as the shipment certificate?
No. IECEE recognition covers your surge protectors. The shipment certificate covers one shipment, so you need a new one each time you ship.
Do you provide the certificate?
Yes*. We help you get the certificates your product needs, from preparing the documents to the final approval.