SASO has listed a category of items imported to Saudi Arabia under technical regulations. These products must adhere to the quality specifications and safety standards SASO sets. For seamless customs clearance, all regulated products need a SASO Product Certificate of Conformity. Importers must register on the SABER platform and request a SASO-notified certification body like Complia to issue their products’ Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC). It must be noted that a PCoC is applicable for one year for a product. Importers are required to submit documents as asked by the certification body. Once the test reports and other certification documents are out and comply with the technical regulations set by SASO, a Product Certificate of Conformity is issued by Complia through the SABER platform.
It is necessary to present the Product Certificate of Conformity, also known as the PCOC, to verify that your products have been registered inside SABER and comply with any relevant Technical Regulations. After it is issued, the PCOC has a validity period of one year.The responsibility of initiating the process to acquire a PCOC lies entirely with the importer.
It is impossible to acquire a Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCOC) if the PCOC registration has not already been completed. On the other hand, a SCOC is necessary to clear customs for every Shipment.
Every consignment that reaches the port of Saudi Arabia requires a Shipment Certificate of Conformity for customs clearance. Every consignment is bound to adhere to the regulations and guidelines set by SASO, and a SCoC is the technical proof of the same.
It is to be noted that all products (regulated and non-regulated) must have a Shipment Certificate of Conformity. The certificate is valid per consignment. Complia asks for valid documents before issuing the SCoC for the consignment. The Shipment Certificate of Conformity is issued through the SABER platform once the test reports and other certification documents are satisfactory and in compliance with SASO regulations.
Complia is in the process of obtaining ISO/IEC 17065 accreditation as a Conformity Assessment Body and Certification Body. Additionally, we are working towards becoming a SASO-notified Certification Body, authorized to issue the SASO Certificate of Conformity for products exported to Saudi Arabia.
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To ensure your products have a seamless entry into the Saudi market, they must meet the SASO quality and safety standards. To do that, you’ll need two mandatory certificates: Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) and Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC). Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:
Items that are seen as ‘risky’ require the PCoC to confirm their compliance with SASO’s quality and safety standards. All these products fall under SASO’s technical regulations due to their risky nature.
Additional Certificates:
Certain products, such as showers, faucets, and specific electrical or electronic items, may need additional certificates like the IECEE Recognition Certificate or Water Efficiency Label Certificate. These certificates serve the same purpose as a PCoC but are specific to certain items.
The Shipment of Conformity (SCoC) is a mandatory certificate for all exports (inclusive of non-regulatory) to Saudi Arabia. This certificate is crucial for a smooth customs clearance process.
Declaration Form: If your products are categorized as low risk by SASO and are not subject to technical regulations, you can proceed with a simple declaration form submitted by the importer. PCoC is not required for these non-regulated items, but you still need the SCoC for customs clearance.
Note: A PCoC is valid for a year and a SCoC is only valid per shipment. Every time you’re sending a shipment you will need to file for a new SCoC.
SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) developed a Certification system under the Saudi Safety Program to issue conformity certificates for products under various Technical Regulations. COMPLIA’s SASO certification service scope includes Technical Regulations Machinery Safety Part 1-Portable and Hand-oriented Machines, Technical Regulation for low voltage Electrical Equipments and Appliances and Technical Regulation for Telecommunications Devices. The evaluation activities are aligned as per the regulations issued by SASO in the Technical Regulations.
COMPLIA evaluates the following documents to comply with the relevant certification requirements:
• The test report(s) issued by an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory with the corresponding accreditation scope within 3 years validity.
• Product images containing clear marking and labels of the product sample(s) to be certified.
• Information on the Technical Datasheets, Specifications, Manuals, etc.
• All information, both technical and non-technical, of the product to be certified (Product information).
Certification shall be granted only if the products comply with the relevant SASO Certification requirements.
Any non-compliance to the certification requirements found during the evaluation or otherwise shall be reason for withdrawal, suspension or rejection of certification.
*Document requirements vary as per the certification requirements.
COMPLIA’s certification activities are financially supported by its parent company, Complia Services Limited. This support ensures that our operations remain impartial, consistent, and independent, with adequate resources to carry out all certification functions effectively.
In addition, COMPLIA generates revenue through fees charged to applicants and certified clients for the provision of certification services. These fees are determined based on the scope, complexity, and duration of the certification process and are communicated transparently to all clients in advance.
For more information on our fee structure or to request a quotation, please contact us.
The applicant/ client’s rights and obligations, restrictions and limitations for the use of COMPLIA name, certification mark, logos, etc. are described in the Certification Agreement (CQF-02 Annex A).
Clients can submit feedback, complaints, or appeals by emailing feedback@complia.services, and COMPLIA will respond within three working days. For more information please refer to COMPLIA complaints & appeal procedure.
Complia Services is in the process of obtaining ISO/IEC 17065 accreditation and is actively working towards becoming a SASO notified Certification Body. Currently NABCB assessed, Complia is committed to providing reliable and trusted conformity assessment services. Once accredited, we will be authorized to issue SASO Certificates of Conformity for products imported to Saudi Arabia.
Our certification services are thorough and precise, ensuring proper product evaluations are conducted before issuing the SASO Certificate of Conformity compliance with Saudi Arabia’s regulatory standards.
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