
To guarantee the safety of imported products and better conduct conformity assessment certification for non-local enterprises, Saudi Arabia implemented the SABER certification starting from January 1, 2019,
replacing the original SASO certification.
SABER certification is a conformity assessment certification for enterprises not based in Saudi Arabia, serving as a system to facilitate the new Saudi Product Safety Program (named "SALEEM").
The SABER Conformity Certification Program is an integrated system incorporating formulated regulations, technical requirements and control measures, aiming to ensure the safety of imported products.
The regulatory requirements of Saudi Arabia's SABER certification system vary according to different product risk levels.
Products classified as high and medium risk are subject to relatively stringent requirements, generally under the PC + SC certification procedure.
For products subject to energy efficiency, water efficiency, IECEE, GCC and other certification schemes, relevant certifications shall be completed and corresponding certificates obtained first,
prior to applying for the SC certificate under the SABER certification system.
Low-risk products are unregulated goods. Manufacturers may submit a self-declaration without registering for a PC certificate, and directly apply for an SC certificate. Examples include ordinary furniture and hardware tools.
All products sold in Saudi Arabia, whether imported or locally manufactured, are required to complete SABER registration. Products without issued conformity certificates will be denied entry into the market.
Raw materials are deemed unregulated and exempt from registration requirements.
The following products are currently covered under the scope of SABER certification:
New automotive spare parts, excluding tires, vehicle batteries and safety barriers;
Personal protective equipment such as fireproof suits, eye protection gear, gloves, safety shoes, etc.;
Textiles including silk, wool, cotton and fabrics;
Trailers and semi-trailers;
Detergents, surfactants and soaps such as liquid glass cleaners and liquid dishwashing detergents, excluding disinfectants;
Solar power generation system products and their components including photovoltaic modules, cables and connectors;
Equipment, machinery and structures permanently or temporarily installed in urban areas;
Adhesives and glues such as structural adhesives, leather adhesives, footwear adhesives, wood adhesives, paper adhesives, packaging adhesives, etc.;
Decorative plastic and metal ornaments for hair, hands and neck;
Plastic and metal pipeline systems for water supply, power facilities, construction and corresponding fittings;
Wireless communication devices such as mobile phones, headsets, smart devices, etc.;
Packaging products made of paper, cardboard, wood, plastic, textiles and other packaging materials;
Materials and surfaces in contact with food, such as cooking appliances, tableware, food packaging materials and containers;
Footwear made of leather, textiles, plastics or composite mixtures of these materials;
Pressure-bearing equipment and their accessories such as fire extinguishers and pressure cookers;
Fire-fighting products such as fire extinguishers, alarm systems and fire hoses;
Fireworks including firecrackers and display fireworks.
List of documents required for PC application:
Power of Attorney;
Test report (English report issued by an accredited laboratory);
Multi-angle product photos plus close-up photos of nameplates, instruction plates and trademarks;
Packaging photos;
Importer's account and password;
English user manual and technical specification;
Product drawings, circuit schematics, etc.
List of documents required for SC application:
Packing List;
Commercial Invoice;
Product barcode, etc.
PC Certificate (Product Conformity Certificate) Certification Process:
The importer registers an account on the SABER platform system;
The importer enters application information into the SABER system;
Select a conformity assessment certification body;
Pay the PC certificate fee;
After receiving the application, the issuing body contacts the manufacturer/exporter to provide certification documents;
Evaluate the documents and submit the approved documents to the SABER platform;
The SABER platform issues the PC certificate online, which is valid for 1 year.
SC Certificate (Shipment Conformity Certificate) Certification Process:
The importer submits the application;
Verify regulated products and confirm the validity of certificates;
Settle the payment;
The SC certificate is issued online, which is only valid for the current batch of imported goods.
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