
FTA Signed? Why Indian Exporters Still Struggle with Market Access
In today’s rapidly evolving global trade landscape, new FTA agreements are being...
Get a Free Business Compliance Audit Today
Saudi Arabia is a regulated market where products must comply with mandatory certification or registration requirements before being placed on the market. The applicable certification depends on the industry and product category, and approvals are issued by designated Saudi regulatory authorities.
| Industry / Product Categories | Required Certification / Approval | Regulatory Authority | Official Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical & Electronic Products Consumer Goods & Household Products Toys & Children’s Products Building Materials & Construction Products Automotive Parts & Accessories | SASO / SABER Certification Energy Efficiency (MEPS), where applicable | SASO / SABER Certification (IECEE CB reports accepted as supporting compliance, where applicable) Energy Efficiency (MEPS), if applicable | https://saso.gov.sa https://seec.gov.sa |
| Food & Beverages | SFDA – Food Product Registration | Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) | https://sfda.gov.sa |
| Cosmetics & Personal Care Products | SFDA – Cosmetics Registration | Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) | https://sfda.gov.sa |
| Medical Devices & Healthcare Products | SFDA – Medical Devices Approval | Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) | https://sfda.gov.sa |
| Telecom, Wireless & IoT Devices | CST Telecom Type Approval | Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) | https://cst.gov.sa |
| Products Requiring Enhanced Quality Compliance | Saudi Quality Mark (SQM) | Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) | https://saso.gov.sa |
For product-specific certification determination, the applicable conformity pathway can be clarified based on your product details






Tell us your target market and our team will guide you through the certification requirements.