About RASOO

Pioneering excellence in Saudi Arabian product compliance and certification consulting

Company Overview

RASOO is a professional consulting organization specializing in Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Middle East market product compliance certification. With decades of professional experience, RASOO has developed into an international certification consulting service organization integrating certification consulting, technical compliance, testing coordination, customs clearance guidance, product registration, and continuous compliance management.

Global Presence

With established offices in Asia (China), Europe (UK), and North America (USA), we provide localized support with global expertise. Our multi-regional presence ensures timely service delivery across time zones.

Authorized Partner

RASOO maintains authorization relationships with multiple Saudi SABER certification bodies. This enables us to provide streamlined, efficient certification services with direct access to accredited testing and assessment facilities.

Expert Team

Our multidisciplinary team comprises certification experts, engineers, legal advisors, and language consultants with extensive international certification experience. We maintain a Standards & Regulations Research Center and Compliance Risk Monitoring Office.

Core Advantages

Advantage Category Specific Description
Industry Experience 30 years of deep expertise in Saudi and GCC compliance field
Professional Team Cross-disciplinary expert team (Engineering, Regulations, Language, Customs)
High Efficiency Platform application speed improved by 40%, document accuracy rate 99.8%
Systematic Service One-stop service from testing, registration to customs clearance
Local Resources Long-term cooperation with Saudi official agencies and COC bodies
Technical Support Built-in regulatory database and automated monitoring system
Long-term Support Annual maintenance and customer platform management services

Our Services

Comprehensive certification and compliance solutions for your business needs

SABER & SALEEM Certification

Complete Saudi Arabia product certification services including SABER platform registration, Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC), Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC), and SALEEM Technical Regulations interpretation and implementation guidance. Applicable for electrical & electronic products, machinery, building materials, textiles, toys, auto parts, chemicals, and cosmetics.

IECEE Certification & Import License

Guidance for Saudi IECEE certificate application, test report preparation, and CB certificate transfer. Product categories include home appliances, chargers, IT equipment, lighting fixtures, power banks, and more. Obtain Saudi IECEE Recognition Certificate (RCC) with our expert assistance.

Energy & Water Efficiency Registration

Assistance with Energy Efficiency Label (EER) applications and Water Efficiency Label (WEL) certification registration. We interface with Saudi Energy Efficiency Center (SEEC) and SASO platforms to ensure your products meet all efficiency requirements.

G-Mark & GCC Certification

GCC G-Mark product certification for low voltage electrical equipment (LVD) and toy safety across Gulf Cooperation Council countries: UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Yemen. Unified certification recognized throughout the GCC region.

Registration & Customs Clearance

SABER declaration agency and platform operation training. Clearing assistance for Saudi port inspections and electronic customs. Product label translation and compliance review with Arabic label proofreading and QR code generation services.

SFDA Medical & Cosmetics Registration

SFDA Medical Device Marketing Authorization (MDMA) and Cosmetics Product Registration services. Pre-Approval process guidance for customs clearance. Complete support for medical devices and cosmetics entering the Saudi market.

Supply Chain Compliance & Factory Guidance

Factory Conformity Inspection (Factory Audit), QMS / ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 international system guidance, export to Saudi product continuous compliance supervision and annual review services.

🕌 SABER Certification Guide

Comprehensive overview of the Saudi SASO product certification system

What is SABER?

SABER Platform is an online product certification and conformity management system established by SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology & Quality Organization), designed to:

  • Unify the conformity assessment process for Saudi market access
  • Enhance consumer product safety and prevent non-compliant products from entering
  • Achieve full electronic traceability of products

SABER is the implementation platform for the SALEEM Plan (Saudi Product Safety Program).

Simple Understanding:
SALEEM = Saudi Product Safety Regulatory System
SABER = Electronic certification & management system implementing this regulation
SABER System Components
Module Meaning Responsibility
Manufacturer/Exporter Producer/Seller Prepare test materials, provide conformity documents
KSA Importer Saudi Importer Register products and initiate applications on SABER
SASO Authorized CAB Certification Body Review materials, issue certificates
SABER System National Platform Archive certificates, customs interface, regulatory tracking
Applicable Scope

All industrial and consumer products imported into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (whether electrical or not).

Applicable categories include but are not limited to:

  • Electrical & Electronic Products (appliances, lighting, IT equipment)
  • Machinery & Tools
  • Building Materials
  • Auto Parts
  • Toys & Children's Products
  • Textiles, Shoes & Hats
  • Cosmetics & Cleaning Products
  • Furniture & Plastic Products
  • And more...
Note: Only food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and other special commodities are separately regulated by SFDA and do not go through SABER.

SABER Certificate Types

SABER mainly involves two stages and two types of certificates:

Stage Certificate Name English Name Validity Purpose
Stage 1 Product Conformity Certificate PCoC – Product Certificate of Conformity 1 year For each model/series product, confirming compliance with Saudi technical regulations
Stage 2 Shipment Conformity Certificate SCoC – Shipment Certificate of Conformity Single batch only For each batch of goods for customs clearance
Important: PCoC must be obtained first before applying for SCoC.

Technical Regulations (SALEEM)

Each product category under SABER belongs to a specific technical regulation (TR Code) issued by SASO, named in the format TR XXXX/Year.

Category Technical Regulation Number Name
Electrical TR 220/2018 Electrical Products and Appliances Regulation
Building Materials TR 104/2019 Building Materials (Part 1-5)
Toys TR 102/2018 Toys Regulation
Auto Parts TR 204/2017 Auto Spare Parts Regulation
Paints/Adhesives TR 310/2020 Paints and Adhesives Regulation
Textiles TR 298/2018 Textile and Clothes Regulation
Batteries TR 114/2018 Battery Regulation

Certification Process (Enterprise Operation Guide)

Only Saudi locally registered enterprises (holding Chamber of Commerce CR number) can initiate certification applications on the SABER platform. Exporters need to cooperate with designated KSA importers, who operate the account.

Based on HS code or product attributes, determine the applicable technical regulations in the SABER system (whether it falls under SALEEM coverage).

The system automatically lists authorized CAB options for the importer to choose from. CBs are usually located in the exporting country or region.

Document Requirement Description
Application Form Automatically generated by platform system
Commercial Invoice (Proforma Invoice) English; must contain HS Code, model, manufacturer
Product Test Report Must comply with corresponding TR standards; issued by ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory
Product Photos Showing nameplate and overall structure
Technical Documents / Manual English or Arabic
Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Stamped and issued by manufacturer
Label Draft Must contain manufacturer info, model, voltage, country of origin (bilingual)
Inspection Report / IECEE Certificate If applicable (e.g., electrical products)

  • Check report validity and standard matching
  • Verify product identification data
  • If necessary, require sampling test
  • After review approval, SABER system issues PCoC electronic certificate

For each shipment, the importer uploads invoice and packing list, SABER automatically references the corresponding PCoC. After CB verifies the cargo information is correct, SCoC is issued.

SCoC is a mandatory document for customs release.

Certification Cycle & Validity

Certificate Type Review Cycle Validity Period Remarks
PCoC 3-5 working days (complete materials) 1 year For same model annual shipments
SCoC 1-2 working days Single batch Generated based on invoice
Test Report Requirements
  • Must be from ISO/IEC 17025 accredited testing laboratory
  • Report content must comply with corresponding SASO TR standards
  • Model in report must exactly match SABER application
  • Report must be within validity period (usually 2 years)
Declaration of Conformity (DoC) Template

Manufacturer should declare:

"We hereby declare that the product(s) named below comply fully with the applicable Saudi Technical Regulations and international standards…"

Must be stamped and signed, including: Product name, model; Standard number; Manufacturer information; Responsible person signature.

Arabic Language Requirements

For consumer products (appliances, building materials, toys, etc.), labels and instructions must contain Arabic.

Common label fields include:

  • Product Name
  • Model
  • Rated Voltage, Current/Power
  • Country of Origin
  • Manufacturer/Importer Name
  • Warning Statements (e.g., "Indoor use only")

Certification Example (Electric Fan)

Step Operation Content
1 Confirm HS code → Belongs to electrical category (subject to TR 220/2018)
2 Prepare CB test report (IEC 60335-2-80 standard)
3 Provide product nameplate image and manual
4 Fill in DoC and upload
5 CAB review, issue PCoC
6 Apply for SCoC at shipment, customs clearance release

Common Rejection Reasons (RASOO Experience Summary)

Rejection Reason Solution
Test report does not comply with Saudi standards or version is outdated Re-test or supplement difference report
Product model or nameplate information inconsistent Correct test report to match nameplate
Arabic label missing or content incomplete Add Arabic content and re-upload
Invoice model does not match PCoC model Modify SCoC application or regenerate invoice
Importer not registered business license in SABER system First verify registration through Saudi Chamber of Commerce

SABER & Other Certification Systems

System Impact on SABER
IECEE Certificate For electrical & electronic products, SABER needs to reference certificate number
EER / WEL Energy Efficiency System EER certificate number must be uploaded, otherwise PCoC cannot be issued
G-Mark Certification If product belongs to low voltage/toys category, G-Mark number must be registered in SABER
SFDA Registration Medical products not applicable to SABER, go through SFDA independent system

RASOO Professional Recommendations & Compliance Management

  • Establish "SABER Compliance Archives": Centrally store test reports, PCoC, SCoC, DoC and Arabic labels
  • Unified Model Naming Rules: Avoid information mismatch issues in the system
  • Pre-verify Technical Regulation Versions: SASO rules are updated annually
  • Stable CAB Partner: Reduce repeated assessments and difference explanations
  • Annual Certificate Renewal Reminder: Submit renewal materials 30 days in advance

SABER Certification System Overview

Item Description
Platform Website https://saber.sa
Management Authority SASO
Applicable Objects All imported goods
Certificate Types PCoC + SCoC
Validity Period PCoC 1 year; SCoC single use
Operating Entity Saudi Importer
Core Documents Test report, DoC, Arabic label
Customs Requirements No SCoC, no release

Main Certification Systems Overview

Certification Type Supervising Authority Applicable Field
SABER / SALEEM SASO All industry mandatory compliance certification
IECEE SASO Electrical & electronic and low voltage products
EER / WEL SEEC / SASO Energy efficiency and water-saving products
G-Mark GCC Standardization Org Gulf six countries unified certification
SFDA Saudi Food & Drug Authority Medical devices and cosmetics
ISO / QMS ISO / SASO Factory quality system

Global Business Coverage

Our services extend across continents, supporting businesses worldwide

Asia (48 Countries)

China Mongolia North Korea South Korea Japan Philippines Vietnam Laos Cambodia Myanmar Thailand Malaysia Brunei Singapore Indonesia Timor-Leste Nepal Bhutan Bangladesh India Pakistan Sri Lanka Maldives Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Uzbekistan Turkmenistan Afghanistan Iraq Iran Syria Jordan Lebanon Israel Palestine Saudi Arabia Bahrain Qatar Kuwait UAE Oman Yemen Georgia Armenia Azerbaijan Turkey Cyprus

Europe (44 Countries & 2 Regions)

Finland Sweden Norway Iceland Denmark Faroe Islands Estonia Latvia Lithuania Moldova Belarus Russia Ukraine Poland Czech Republic Slovakia Hungary Germany Austria Switzerland Liechtenstein United Kingdom Ireland Netherlands Belgium Luxembourg France Monaco Romania Bulgaria Serbia North Macedonia Slovenia Croatia Montenegro Bosnia & Herzegovina Albania Greece Italy Malta Vatican City San Marino Spain Portugal Andorra Gibraltar

Africa (54 Countries & 7 Regions)

Egypt Libya Tunisia Algeria Morocco Sudan South Sudan Ethiopia Eritrea Somalia Djibouti Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Burundi Seychelles Chad Central African Republic Cameroon Equatorial Guinea Gabon Republic of Congo DR Congo São Tomé and Príncipe Mauritania Senegal Gambia Mali Burkina Faso Guinea Guinea-Bissau Cape Verde Sierra Leone Liberia Côte d'Ivoire Ghana Togo Benin Niger Nigeria Zambia Angola Zimbabwe Malawi Mozambique Botswana Namibia South Africa Eswatini Lesotho Madagascar Comoros Mauritius

North America (23 Countries & 17 Regions)

Canada United States Mexico Guatemala Belize El Salvador Honduras Nicaragua Costa Rica Panama Bahamas Cuba Jamaica Haiti Dominican Republic Antigua and Barbuda Saint Kitts and Nevis Dominica Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Grenada Barbados Trinidad and Tobago

South America (12 Countries & 2 Regions)

Colombia Venezuela Guyana Suriname Ecuador Peru Bolivia Brazil Chile Argentina Uruguay Paraguay

Oceania (16 Countries & 8 Regions)

Australia New Zealand Palau Federated States of Micronesia Marshall Islands Kiribati Nauru Papua New Guinea Solomon Islands Vanuatu Fiji Tuvalu Samoa Tonga Cook Islands Niue

Contact Us

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Asia Regional Office (China)

Europe Regional Office (United Kingdom)

North America Regional Office (United States)

RASOO Value-Added Services

Comprehensive support for your Saudi certification journey

SABER Registration Agency

Complete SABER registration agency services including importer platform operation support.

TR Classification & Analysis

Technical regulation (TR) classification and standard matching analysis for your products.

Arabic Label Review

Arabic label review and translation services ensuring compliance with SASO requirements.

Testing Coordination

Third-party laboratory management and testing coordination for all product categories.

Annual Maintenance

Annual maintenance and compliance monitoring to keep your certifications current.

Clearance & Inspection

Customs clearance guidance and inspection response support for Saudi ports.

Additional Support Services

  • Saudi standards update notification and training
  • Enterprise internal SABER operation training courses
  • Chinese-Arabic / English-Arabic certification document translation and terminology standardization
  • Product clearance risk warning and regulatory compliance simulation review
  • Enterprise brand export credit consulting
  • Continuous compliance management and annual review services