A SASO certificate refers to certification required by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) for products exported to Saudi Arabia.
Key points:
- It ensures that products comply with Saudi technical regulations and standards.
- Mandatory for many goods before they can clear Saudi customs.
- Now commonly issued under the SABER system (Saudi Product Safety Program).
Types of SASO Certification:
- Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC)
- Confirms the product meets Saudi standards.
- Required before shipment.
- Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)
- Issued for each shipment.
- Confirms the specific shipment matches the approved product.
What products need it?
Most regulated goods, including:
- Electrical and electronic items
- Building materials
- Automotive products
- Consumer goods (toys, textiles, etc.)
Documents typically required:
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Test reports (from approved labs)
- Product details/specifications
- Country of origin certificate
Process (simplified):
- Register product in SABER platform
- Upload documents and test reports
- Get PCoC
- Apply for shipment certificate (SCoC)
- Goods are cleared at Saudi customs
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