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Introduction

SASO is the abbreviation for Saudi Arabian Standards Organization, also known as the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization. In fact, many SASO standards are established based on the safety standards of relevant international organizations such as the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Like many other countries, Saudi Arabia has added some unique items to its standards based on its civil and industrial voltage, geographical and climatic environment, ethnic and religious customs, etc. In order to protect consumers, SASO standards are not only applicable to products imported from abroad, but also to products produced domestically in Saudi Arabia.

The necessity of SASO certification

The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Industry and Commerce and SASO require all products included in SASO certification standards to have a SASO certification certificate when entering Saudi customs. Products without SASO certification will be refused entry by Saudi port customs.

When exporting products to Saudi Arabia, a SASO certification certificate must be issued upon entry, and technical personnel from the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization will inspect the certificate; If SASO certificate cannot be issued, the product will be refused entry or sampled for testing at the laboratory of the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Industry and Commerce or the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization. If the test fails, the product will be refused entry and all costs will be borne by the exporting enterprise.

Certification type

1、 Pre shipment Compliance Verification

This method is most suitable for exporters or manufacturers with very few shipments. Before each shipment, it is necessary to apply for pre shipment inspection (PSI) and pre shipment testing (PST). If both are qualified, one can obtain the CoC certificate.

2、 Product Registration

This method is suitable for the vast majority of customers, and its advantage is that although each shipment inspection (PSI) is necessary, each batch of goods does not need to undergo pre shipment testing (PST). Customers can obtain the Statement for Registration (SfR) by submitting a declaration of compliance and providing test reports that comply with the import country and relevant international or domestic standards, and declaring that the product meets the basic requirements and national differences of the importing country.

3、 Type Approval Licensing

This method can not only save inspection or testing fees before each shipment, simplify repetitive application procedures, but also ensure delivery time. Therefore, it is favored by some large companies that ship frequently or on a large scale, and focus on quality and reputation. Exporters or manufacturers' products can only obtain a Statement for License (SfL) certificate if they fully comply with the mandatory standards of the importing and exporting country. The certificate is valid for one year, and an updated factory inspection report and annual fee must be submitted and reviewed by RLC before renewal. Products that have obtained SfL certificates no longer require pre shipment inspection (PSI) for each batch, but have been reduced to a few rare spot checks per year (usually 2-3 times per year, depending on the condition of the product).

The testing is conducted according to SASO/PAI standards or IEC standards plus national differences, and the requirements of SASO/PAI standards need to be considered separately. Some clauses have significant differences. The rated voltage in Saudi Arabia is 220V, 50/60Hz (with BS plug) or 127V, 60Hz (with UL plug) (a separate prototype is required for testing); The voltage in Kuwait is 240V, 50Hz (with BS plug).

Type certification requires factory inspection;

For electrical products exported to Saudi Arabia, the rated frequency indicated on the product must include 60Hz;

The user manual for air conditioners exported to Saudi Arabia must be in Arabic and English; Audio and video products, user manuals must be in Arabic;

The original safety regulations and EMC report must be issued by an accredited laboratory within 2-3 years.

Applicable product scope

With the increasing improvement of regulations by the Standards Bureau, more and more products are being included in the SASO certification list. The following sections are for reference only;

Group 1: Toys

Toys and playground equipment

Group 2: Electronic and Electrical Products

Air conditioning system, maximum capacity 60000 BTU (5 tons)

Combination audio or video equipment (non professional)

Non professional audio equipment

Video playback and recording system (non professional)

Large motor (<12 KW)

Electric motor (<12 KW)

Fax and Telex Equipment

Household electric cookware

Washing machine (<10 KG)

Clothes dryer (<10 KG)

Electric iron, ironing machine, steam iron, and handheld hair dryer

Food processor (non professional)

Meat slicer, meat grinder (non professional)

Elevators and escalators

Household microwave oven

Electric stove (<10 KW)

copier

Desktop and portable computers, monitors

Power transformer, distribution transformer (<1000 KVA)

Household refrigerators and freezers (<40 cubic feet)

Telephone, modem

Wires and cables (<1000V)

Non industrial vacuum cleaners, water pumps, and water sprayers,

Electric stove, electric heater

water dispenser

Evaporative cooler (<1.5 KW)

electric fan

Refrigeration compressor (<60000 BTU)

Tea and coffee machine, hot drink machine

Incandescent lamps, fluorescent lamps, discharge lamps, lampshades, lamp holders, etc

Manual switch, circuit breaker (<30A)

Light bulb, lamp tube, discharge light source

discharge tube

Town starter

Plug, socket, adapter

Road lighting

battery

Underwater lighting fixtures

Battery pack and grounding cable

Water pump (<12 KW)

Color, black and white television

General Purpose Transformers

Independent radio receiver

Water heater (<200 liters)

electricity meter

Cordless telephone

pressure cooker

Group 3- Automotive category

New passenger cars, trucks, buses, and multi-purpose vehicles

Old passenger cars, trucks, buses, and multi-purpose vehicles

auto glass

Automotive brake fluid

New tires for passenger cars, trucks, buses, and multi-purpose vehicles

Group 4- Chemical Products

Engine oil, transmission oil, hydraulic oil, turbine oil, and transformer oil

paint

Perfume and cosmetics

Household insecticides

Group 5: Other

Aluminum and aluminum alloy structural products

Steel, iron and alloy pipes

Jewelry such as gold, silver, gemstones, etc

Head dress for men - cotton shimaghs

Fire extinguisher (<24 KG)

cement

match

Low pressure household natural gas cylinder pressure regulating valve

facial tissue

cigarette

Application Process

Step 1: Data review:

1. RFC application form;

2. Manufacturer/Factory System Certificate;

3. Effective product testing report;

4. Final invoice or formal invoice;

5. Packing list;

6. Authorization letter (if required);

Step 2: On site inspection, the main approved items are as follows:

1. Visually inspect the surface quality of the goods;

2. Quantity (product quantity, outsourcing box quantity);

3. Packaging (product self packaging, product outsourcing);

4. Identification (product's own brand identification);

5. Mark (outer packaging box mark information);

6. Voltage (Saudi voltage 220V or 380V);

7. Frequency (Saudi frequency 60Hz);

8. Power

9. Origin (manufacturer or importer, MadeInChina);

Certificate Information