SASO has implemented a mandatory photo requirement for non-regulated products exported to Saudi Arabia.
As of the 15th of December 2022, non-regulated commercial products exported to Saudi Arabia will now require product photos. According to SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization), the photos must be uploaded on the SABER platform.
This requirement is based on a recent SASO update as per a circular and LinkedIn post shared by the regulatory body. Please note, importers of non-regulated commercial products will not be issued a SCOC without first uploading the mandatory product photos.
To meet SASO requirements, exporters must follow these guidelines:
1. Upload 3-5 product photos, including:
- Front image of the product
- Label image, if applicable
- Trademark image
2. Acceptable file format for upload:
- JPG
- JPEG
- PNG
- DOC
- DOCX
How to upload photos for products registered on SABER:
- Log in to the Saber Portal and select the commercial products path.
- Click Added Products
- Choose your product and click the options
- Click Edit Product Data
- Click Next
- Upload the photos
- Your data is now updated, and you can generate the shipment request.
How to upload photos for unregistered products on SABER:
- Log in to the Saber Portal and select the commercial products path.
- Click Add New Products
- Search by HS Code
- Add your product data
- Upload photos
- Your data is now updated, and you can generate the shipment request.
As a notified SASO Certification Body (CB), Cotecna is authorized to issue a Product Certification of Conformity (PCOC) and a Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCOC) for SASO regulated and non-regulated products. Cotecna can help you meet the requirements to export your products to Saudi Arabia.
To learn more about exporting to Saudi Arabia or to get a free quote please contact us.