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GCC Certification + SABER Certification 

Microwaves fall under small household appliances. To export to Saudi Arabia, you must first apply for the GCC Certificate, then apply for the SABER Certificate!

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5-6 weeks!

If the product has a CB Certificate, the processing time is 3-4 weeks.

If there is no CB Certificate, the processing time will be approximately 5-6 weeks.

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3 years

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IECEE certification mainly applies to electronic products such as information technology equipment and communication products. All products included in the Saudi mandatory IECEE certification catalog need to undergo IECEE certification. The certification type can be confirmed by checking the HS code.

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•  Business licenses of the manufacturer and importer
•  Manuals in Arabic and English;
•  Nameplate;
•  HS code;
•  CB report and certificate (valid within 3 years; the report must include Saudi deviations);
•  Account and password for the GSO website;
•  Product photos;
•  Application forms: Importer DOC (Declaration of Conformity) and Manufacturer DOC (Declaration of Conformity) documents.

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• l Certification service fee;
• l CB testing and certificate fee;
• l IECEE certification fee;

The specific fee is evaluated based on product specifications, structure, and functions.

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•  Toys and sports goods;
•  Electrical and electronic equipment;
•  Automobiles;
•  Chemical products;
•  Mechanical materials and gas appliances;
•  Paper and stationery;
•  Furniture, wood, and metal products;
•  Personal protective equipment (PPE);
•  Grain and grain products;
•  Second-hand products;
•  Textiles.

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•  The exporter fills in the application form and provides product photos and other information to apply for PC (Product Certificate);
•  After the PC is activated, provide it to the importer to apply for FORM M at the local bank;
•  The exporter submits the PC, FORM M, packing list, commercial invoice, and bill of lading to the certification body to apply for SONCAP;
•  The certification body issues a draft SONCAP certificate;
•  The client confirms the draft, and the original certificate is issued.

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The scope of Kenya PVOC regulated products is broad, covering almost all exported goods. The main categories include:

•  Food and agricultural products: Tea, coffee, spices, grains, edible oil, sugar, dairy products, meat, fish, etc.;
•  Chemical products: Chemical fertilizers, pesticides, paints, detergents, cosmetics, plastic raw materials, etc.;
•  Textiles and garments: Clothing, shoes and hats, home textiles, leather products, etc.;
•  Electronic and electrical products: Household appliances (e.g., refrigerators, washing machines), lighting equipment, electronic components, batteries, etc.;
•  Mechanical products: Automobiles, motorcycles, construction machinery, agricultural machinery, industrial equipment, etc.;
•  Building materials: Cement, steel products, ceramics, glass, pipes, wood, etc.;
•  Toys and children's products: Toys, strollers, child safety seats, etc.;
•  Medical devices and pharmaceuticals: Medical equipment, medicines, surgical instruments, etc.;
•  Furniture and household items: Furniture, kitchenware, decorations, etc.;
•  Paper products and stationery: Paper, cardboard, stationery, printed matter, etc.;
•  Energy products: Batteries, solar energy equipment, fuels, etc.;
•  Automobile and motorcycle parts: Tires, brake pads, filters, etc.;
•  Safety protection equipment: Helmets, protective clothing, fire-fighting equipment, etc.;
•  Other miscellaneous products: Unclassified products such as sports goods, musical instruments, etc.

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Risk Warning: All goods shipped to East Africa must obtain the draft COC certificate before container loading! According to Tanzanian customs regulations, applying for the certificate retroactively will result in a fine of 15% of the goods value.

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• Food products (a laboratory nutrient composition report must be attached);
• Building materials (for steel products, the factory's ISO certificate must be provided);
• Second-hand equipment (close-up photos of the serial number must be taken);
• Electronic and electrical products (a test report conforming to IEC standards must be provided).

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• Electrical Products: Plugs, sockets, adapters, wall switches, electronic switches, extension cord assemblies, cord reels;
• Gas Appliances: Gas equipment and its accessories;
• Building Materials: Steel bars, cement, ready-mixed concrete, ceramic tiles, flat steel, aluminum composite panels for cladding;
• Chemical and Food Products: Biodegradable plastic products, plastic decomposition additives;
• Note: For plugs, sockets, adapters, and extension cord assemblies, a G-Mark certification certificate must be obtained before submitting the SQM application

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•  Application form;
•  Business license;
•  Industry license (production permit);
•  Product barcode registration certificate;
•  Factory organizational structure;
•  Factory quality manual;
•  Quality control plan;
•  Factory quality management system certificate;
•  Third-party laboratory test report;
•  Conformity document;
•  Factory location map.

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•  Verify whether the product meets the applicable SASO standards and technical regulation requirements based on the submitted materials mentioned above;
•  Conduct factory audit and take samples for testing;
•  Communicate with the client if non-conformities are identified;
•  If the applicant has taken necessary corrective actions and the results meet the requirements, recommend the product to SASO for obtaining the Saudi Quality Mark;
•  Authorized personnel of SASO issue the Saudi Quality Mark License (SQM Licence).

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Yes, SABER certification is required!For clothes exported to Saudi Arabia, you can directly apply for the PC Certificate—no factory audit is required!

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Examples include: Elevators, auto parts.You can provide the HS Code (Harmonized System Code) for verification!

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A single SABER PC Certificate can be issued only if the product name, HS Code, trademark, and manufacturer information are consistent!

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One certificate corresponds to one importer and cannot be used universally. A new application must be submitted in the new client’s SABER account!

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No. The SABER PC Certificate allows a maximum of 5 photos to be uploaded. It depends on the client’s needs—only selected photos can be uploaded if the number exceeds 5!

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• The account and password of the importer’s SABER platform;
• Customs clearance invoice (the product name, model, and other information in the invoice must be completely consistent with that in the PC Certificate used).

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• PC Certificate : To apply, you need to submit materials such as test reports, application documents, and factory audit reports;
• SC Certificate : Issued before the goods are shipped, valid for a single shipment. A separate application must be made for customs clearance of each batch of goods!

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1.Account Creation and Application Submission

Log in to the SABER system platform;

Fill out the complete certification application form.

2.Product Category Confirmation

Query the applicable certification standards based on the HS Code;

Determine the technical specification requirements corresponding to the product.

3.Product Information Completion

Enter trademark information and country of origin data;

Fill in the complete product name and manufacturer information;

Upload physical product photos (at least 2 clear photos from different angles are required).

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G-Mark Certification and SABER Certification

Are There Any Special Requirements?

Toys need to undergo sub-item testing based on material and color.

Certification Process for Toys Exported to Saudi Arabia

Example: For exporting scooters, you must first obtain the G-Mark Certification, then apply for the SABER PC Certificate.

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A SABER Certificate must be issued;

Infant clothing for children under 3 years old is subject to special regulatory requirements and must pass a factory audit!

Textile Compliance Requirements:

• A durable care label must be sewn onto the textile;
• The fiber content must be clearly labeled (accurate to percentage).

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Regarding Processing Time

PC Certificate: The regular process takes 3-5 working days. If a factory audit is required, the processing time will be extended to more than 15 days.

SC Certificate: Review and issuance take approximately 1-2 working days, and a valid PC Certificate is a mandatory prerequisite.

Regarding Application Cost

PC Certificate: 575 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per product model.

SC Certificate: 402.5 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per shipment.

Third-party Test Report: The cost varies significantly (depending on the product).

(Note: Official fees for PC can be waived if converted through specific certifications; fees for special certificates such as QM and energy efficiency need to be consulted separately.)

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•  Creams, emulsions, lotions, gels, and oils for the skin (hands, face, feet, etc.);
•  Face masks (excluding peel-off products), colored alkalis;
•  Shaving products (creams, foams, lotions, etc.);
•  Face powders, bath powders, sanitary powders, etc.;
•  Toilet soaps, deodorant soaps, glycerin soaps, etc.;
•  Perfumes, toilet waters, and colognes;
•  Bath and shower preparations (salts, foams, oils, gels, etc.);
•  Hair removers, deodorants, and antiperspirants;
•  Hair care products: Hair dyes and bleaches, waving/straightening/setting products, styling products, cleansing products (lotions, powders, shampoos), conditioning products (lotions, creams, oils), hair treatments (lotions, lacquers, conditioners);
•  Facial and eye makeup products, eye decorative cosmetics (eye shadows, mascaras, eyebrow products, eye liners, eye pencils, false eyelashes, creams);
•  Lip products;
•  Dental and oral care products (mouthwash containing alcohol is considered a prohibited item);
•  Nail care products, external intimate hygiene products;
•  Sunbathing products, sun tanning products, skin lightening products (excluding products containing hydroquinone);
•  Anti-wrinkle products;
•  Hand wash soaps;
•  Wet wipes.

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•  Application form (signed and sealed);
• Test report issued by a CNAS 17025-accredited laboratory;
•  Product photos (including product name, product label, trademark, country of origin, chemical composition, shelf life, usage instructions, and barcode; in English or both English and Arabic);
•  Product parameters;
•  Arrangement for supervision and loading inspection;
•  Commercial invoice and packing list (signed and sealed).

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• Step 1: First, register the importer's account and password (skip if already registered);
• Step 2: Complete registration in the ECOSMA system;
• Step 3: After the goods are ready for shipment, submit application materials, including the application form, original bill of lading, packing list, commercial invoice, and product photos or inspection photos;
• Step 4: The original SFDA certificate will be issued after the materials are approved.

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