If you’re planning to import goods into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, you’ll have to be aware of the country’s product safety program, and the SASO certification process.
As a part of the SASO certification process. You’ll have to obtain a Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) for products and a Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) for each consignment.
In this article, we’ll introduce you to the SCoC certification progress to help you navigate the complexities of importing goods to Saudi Arabia.
What Is the Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)?
The SCoC is an official document that is a mandatory requirement for all commodities shipped into Saudi Arabia, no matter if it is regulated or non-regulated. The document is intended for each consignment and is used for clearance at the customs ports.
Unlike the Product Certificate of Conformity, the SCoC is issued for a bulk of products and confirms that the products in the shipment conform to relevant technical regulations and SASO standards.
How to Obtain a Saudi SCoC
The SCoC will only be issued after the issuance of the PCoC.
The importer can initiate the process by:
- Log in to SABER and create a new shipment products request.
- Select the product category, exporter information, barcode, attach invoices and certification documents, fill in any mandatory product data, the product quantity/value, and the shipping country.
- The documents will be evaluated by the same conformity assessment body as that issued the PCoC.
- Once the application has been approved, the issuance of SCoC will be done electronically via the Saber platform upon compliance.
Remember that it is the importers responsibility to initiate the request to obtain the SCoC and that the certificate is only valid for the specific shipment.
Conclusion: Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)
The Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) is a mandatory requirement for importing goods into Saudi Arabia under the SASO certification programme. Should you have any inquiries or need expert assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at AQM BD.
As an approved conformity assessment body by SASO, AQM BD-Tabseer can assist you in obtaining the necessary certificates to Saudi Arabia and offer guidance at every step of the certification process.
