SASO is the abbreviation for Saudi Arabian Standards Organization, also known as the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization. SASO is responsible for developing national standards for all daily necessities and products, which also involve measurement systems, labeling, etc.

1、 Certification Introduction

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 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.

2、 Product Range

SASO certification includes all products used by adults and children in residential, office, or entertainment venues, all motor vehicles and spare parts, and construction products. These products can be mainly divided into the following categories:

Air conditioner SASO, battery SASO, cosmetics SASO, toy SASO, compressor SASO, fan SASO, household appliance SASO, wire and cable SASO, fax machine SASO, lighting SASO, optical power SASO, elevator SASO, generator SASO, office electronic equipment SASO, personal computer SASO, power SASO, automotive parts SASO, ceramic SASO, audio SASO, amplifier SASO, conference system SASO, mixing console SASO

All cities in Saudi Arabia use lower voltage, divided into two types: 127 volts and 220 volts (235 volts in Riyadh), both at 60 hertz; But in Mecca and industrial areas, higher voltages are used, including 220 volts and 380 volts, which are also 60 hertz Generally, households and offices are equipped with two types of electrical sockets, 110 volts (127 volts) and 220 volts, for different voltage electrical products. Generally speaking, air conditioners and washing machines use 220 volts, while small appliances use 110 volts

SASO products can be mainly divided into the following categories:

Air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, heating equipment

Battery

Cosmetics

Toys

Compressor and fan

Household electronic appliances

Household pressure cooker

Wire and cable

fax machine

Household switches and circuit breakers

Lamps and lighting equipment

Elevator and lifting system

engine

Office electronic and electrical equipment

personal computer

Power Supply

Telephone

Motor vehicles and spare parts

The main procedures for SASO certification of construction products, coatings, etc. include SASO fee standards and processing time. The calculation method for inspection fees is fixed for FOB goods with a value below 60000 USD, with a fixed fee of 1950 RMB. The FOB value is between 60000 USD and 200000 USD, with a rate of 0.45% x FOB2. The inspection fee depends on the product. 3. Duration: Approximately 3 weeks

Manufacturers obtaining SASO certification and exporting products to Saudi Arabia require the following steps:

Apply to the consulting company, and the consulting company will inform the enterprise of the product certification process in accordance with SASO requirements based on the product category;

Enterprises submit product samples for testing according to the certification process, and some products (such as some motor vehicles and accessory products) require factory inspection;

After passing product testing, the enterprise obtains SASO certification certificate; If the product fails the inspection, the enterprise will receive a detailed explanation report

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.

3、 Certification form

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).

4、 Precautions

*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).

*The products prohibited from export to Saudi Arabia include weapons, alcohol, sedatives, pork, pornographic materials, brewing equipment, fireworks, Christmas trees, masks, video phones, toys depicting animals or people, statues, etc.

*Electrical products of Class 0 and Class I are not allowed. Tropical temperature:+45 ℃. The label is in Arabic; The plug must comply with SASO 2203/2003 (220V) and SASO 2204/2003 (127V);

*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.