Requirements for Importing Leather Products Into Saudi Arabia

Technical Regulation for Leather Products

The Technical Regulation for Leather Products, set by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), ensures the safety and quality of leather products in the Saudi market. This regulation focuses on material quality, labelling, and environmental considerations. 

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'With outer surface of leather, of composition leather or of patent leather'

HS Code Headers:

With outer surface of leather, of composition leather or of patent leather

Trunks, suitcases, vanity cases, attache cases, briefcases, school satchels, spectacle cases, binocular cases, camera cases, musical instrument cases, gun cases, holsters and similar containers; traveling bags, insulated food or beverage bags, toiletry bags, knapsacks and backpacks, handbags, shopping bags, wallets, purses, map cases, cigarette cases, tobacco pouches, tool bags, sports bags, bottle cases, jewelry boxes, powder cases, cutlery cases and similar containers, of leather or of composition leather, of sheeting of plastics, of textile materials, of vulcanized fiber or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper

With outer surface of leather or of composition leather

This Saudi HS Code is covered under the Technical Regulations for Leather Products.

Certificate of Conformity Requirements:
Test report showing compliance with SASO standards.
Photos of product and its marking labels.
Factory audit may be required depending on product specifics.

As a SASO-notified Certification Body, XDS Solutions offers comprehensive assessment services for most SABER regulations, ensuring full compliance with the regulations.

With extensive experience in SASO compliance, our team ensures your products meet all the necessary standards for successful market entry in Saudi Arabia.

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Please note that HS codes and their exact requirements change from time to time. You should check the official Saber website for the exact up-to-date requirements.

Products Covered 

This regulation covers various types of leathers, including: 

  • Natural Leather 

  • Synthetic Leather 

  • Mixed Leather 

Certification Requirements 

The requirements depend on the exact details of the product, but in general, the following is required: 

  • Test Report: Compliance with SASO standards for leather safety, including harmful substances and durability testing. 

  • Product Photos: Clear photo of the product and its marking labels. 

  • Data Sheets: Detailed specifications, including materials and care instructions. 

Product Classification 

Type 3 Assessment: Applies to all leathers designed for children under three years (36 months). An audit of the manufacturing facility is usually required, which XDS Solutions will arrange. 

Type 1a Assessment: Applicable to all other leather products, requiring standard documentation for certification. 

How can XDS Solutions assist?

With a vast amount of experience with the SABER programme, the team of experts at XDS Solutions can handle everything from Product Registration to Shipment Certificate of Conformity (CoC) – ensuring compliance, avoiding additional workload and offering the simplest SABER solution on the market.

XDS Solutions can offer a fully managed SABER solution. Customers benefit from reduced costs, increased efficiency, and expert advice. XDS Solutions are your go-to supplier offering a certificate of conformity package tailored to your requirements.

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