Get a better knowledge on SASO programme in Saudi Arabia and its crucial role in maintaining safety of imported regulated products.
The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization, SASO is a Saudi Arabian government authority responsible for establishing and implementing standards, metrology, and quality systems in the country.
The importance of SASO can be understood through its mission, which is playing a critical role in developing and implementing standards, metrology, and quality systems in Saudi Arabia to enhance public health and safety, protect the environment, and support economic growth and development.
Achieving this mission by undertaking a range of activities, including:
Developing standards:
SASO develops national standards for a wide range of products and services, covering all products, ex. construction materials and electrical appliances. These standards are designed to ensure that products and services are safe, reliable, and meet quality requirements.
Implementing metrology:
It’s responsible for implementing metrology in Saudi Arabia, which involves establishing standards for measurements and ensuring that instruments used for measurement are accurate and reliable. This helps to ensure that products and services are sold and traded based on accurate measurements, which is crucial for businesses and consumers alike.
Ensuring compliance:
SASO is responsible for enforcing standards and regulations in Saudi Arabia, including conducting inspections and testing products and services to ensure compliance with standards. This helps to ensure that products and services are safe and of high quality, which is essential for protecting public health and safety.
Supporting trade:
It also plays a key role in supporting international trade by ensuring that Saudi products and services meet international standards and are accepted in global markets. This helps to promote economic growth and development in the country by increasing exports and attracting foreign investment.
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Authorized by SASO, Cotecna will help you issue a Certificate of Conformity for exports of regulated products to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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