The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) publishes adopted list of standards
On April 22, 2022, SASO published a list of adopted international standards in the official gazette.
SASO Standards Adoption & Update released April 22, 2022
A) Saudi Standards (new):
First: Specifications of the Chemical and Petroleum Products Sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO ASTM D7031:2022 | ASTM D7031:2022 | Standard Guide for Evaluating Mechanical and Physical Properties of WoodPlastic Composite Product. | Optional specification |
| 2 | SASO ASTM D4291:2022 | ASTM D4291:2022 | Standard Test Method for Trace Ethylene Glycol in Used Engine Oil | Optional specification |
| 3 | SASO EN 13823:2022 | EN 13823:2022 | Reaction to fire tests for building products. Building products excluding floorings exposed to the thermal attack by a single burning item | Optional specification |
| 4 | SASO ASTM D4541:2022 | ASTM D4541:2022 | Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers | Optional specification |
| 5 | SASO ISO/PAS 23263:2022 | ISO/PAS 23263:2022 | Petroleum products – Fuels (class F) – Considerations for fuel suppliers and users regarding marine fuel quality in view of the implementation of maximum 0,50 % sulphur in 2020 | Optional specification |
| 6 | SASO EN 12201-4:2022 | EN 12201-4:2022 | Plastics Piping Systems for Water Supply, and for Drainage and Sewerage Under Pressure – Polyethylene (PE) – Part 4: Valves for Water Supply Systems | Optional specification |
| 7 | SASO 2984:2022 | SEVERAL REFRENCES | Car oil bottles made from post-consumer recycled materials (PCR) | Optional specification |
| 8 | SASO 2985:2022 | SEVERAL REFRENCES | Sanitizer bottles made from high density polyethylene | Optional specification |
| 9 | SASO ASTM F1700:2022 | ASTM F1700:2022 | Standard Specification for Solid Vinyl Floor Tile | Optional specification |
| 10 | SASO ASTM D4924:2022 | ASTM D4924:2022 | Standard Classification for Petroleum Waxes for Use in Rubber Compounding | Optional specification |
| 11 | SASO ASTM D4830M:2022 | ASTM D4830M:2022 | Standard Test Methods for Characterizing Thermoplastic Fabrics Used in Roofing and Waterproofing | Optional specification |
| 12 | SASO ASTM D4737:2022 | ASTM D4737:2022 | Standard Test Method for Calculated Cetane Index by Four Variable Equation | Optional specification |
Second: Spinning and Weaving Sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO 2986:2022 | GB/T22756 2017 | Sandals | Optional specification |
Third: Specifications of the Electrical and Electronic Products Sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO IEC 60773:2022 | IEC 60773:2022 | Rotating electrical machines – Test methods and apparatus for the measurement of the operational characteristics of brushes | Optional specification |
| 2 | SASO IEC 60545:2022 | IEC 60545:2022 | Guidelines for commissioning and operation of hydraulic turbines, pump-turbines and storage pumps | Optional specification |
| 3 | SASO ISO/IEC 19637/2022 | ISO/IEC 19637/2022 | Information technology — Sensor network testing framework | Optional specification |
| 4 | SASO IEC 63245-1:2022 | IEC 63245-1:2022 | Spatial wireless power transfer based on multiple magnetic resonances – Part 1: Requirements | Optional specification |
| 5 | SASO IEC 60146-1-1:2022 | IEC 60146-1-1:2022 | Semiconductor converters – General requirements and line commutated converters – Part 1-1: Specification of basic requirements | Optional specification |
| 6 | SASO IEC 62619: 2022 | IEC 62619: 2022 | Secondary cells and batteries containing alkaline or other non-acid electrolytes – Safety requirements for secondary lithium cells and batteries, for use in industrial applications | Optional specification |
Fourth: the mechanical and metal products sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO UL 448:2022 | UL 448:2022 | Standard for Centrifugal Stationary Pumps for Fire-Protection Service | Optional specification |
| 2 | SASO 2987:2022 | P U | Aerodynamic devices for heavy duty vehicles and methods of test | Optional specification |
Fifth: Measurements and Scales Sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO ISO 12963:2017 | ISO 12963:2017 | Gas analysis — comparison methods for the determination of the composition of gas mixtures based on one- and two-point calibration | Optional specification |
| 2 | SASO ISO 21204:2020 | ISO 21204:2020 | Geometrical product specifications (GPS) — Transition specification | Optional specification |
| 3 | SASO ISO 3966:2022 | ISO 3966:2022 | Measurement of fluid flow in closed conduits – Velocity area method using Pitot static tube | Optional specification |
NOTE – SASO ISO 3966:2017 IS TO BE WITHDRAWN WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT.
Sixth: The construction and building materials sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO 2988:2022 | SEVERAL REFERENCES | Aluminium Perforated Panel (APP) for External Cladding and Internal Finish | Optional specification |
b) Saudi Standards (Update)
First: Mechanical and Metal Products Sector:
| S, no. | Standard no. Saudi approved | Referenced specification number | The title of the Saudi standard | Application adjective |
| 1 | SASO 2864:2022 | SASO 2864:2022 | Saudi arabia corporate average fuel economy standard (saudi cafe) for incoming light duty vehicles (2024-2028) | Mandatory specification |
Second: the services sector:
| 1 | SASO ISO 22301:2018 | ISO 22301:2018 | Security and resilience — Business continuity management systems — Requirements | Optional specification |
C) Saudi Standards (Modification / Correction):
First: Electrical and Electronic Products Sector:
| 1 | SASO CITC RI121:2021 | CITC RI121:2021 | Specification for Radio Broadcasting Equipment | Mandatory specification from date Published in the Official Gazette |
Second: the mechanical and metal products sector:
| 1 | SASO 2946:2020 | SASO 2946/AMD1:2022 | Buses – Requirements of Construction- Amendment 1 | Mandatory specification |
d) Saudi Standards (translation):
First: Measurements and Scales Sector:
| 1 | SASO ISO 24155:2020 | Hydrometry —Hydrometric data transmission systems- Specification of system requirements | Optional specification |
Second: the service sector
| 1 | SASO ISO 45001:2018 | Occupational health and safety management systems — Requirements with guidance for use | Optional specification |
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