What Is the Saudi Quality Mark?

The Saudi Quality Mark is owned and approved by the Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization (SASO). It indicates that the establishment has an effective quality management system that ensures the production of a product in compliance with the general technical regulation of the Quality Mark, the granting procedures, and the specific Saudi standards for this product. The Quality Mark represents the highest levels of proof and compliance with conformity assessment according to the international standard (ISO/IEC 17067). The organization has designed the licensing service for using the Quality Mark in accordance with the requirements of the international standard (ISO/IEC 17065). The Saudi Quality Mark bears the symbol 'ج' [the Arabic letter 'J' for Jawda (quality)].

Obtaining the Saudi Quality Mark at the national level contributes to improving the quality of local and imported products in the markets. It also supports the economy and enhances the competitiveness of products in the Kingdom. At the level of establishments, it contributes to improving and increasing sales volume, as well as facilitating the smooth entry of goods through customs ports. In terms of society, it contributes to preserving the health and safety of consumers, and increasing consumer satisfaction and confidence in the offered products.

The Saudi Quality Mark is granted to all products as an optional mark. However, there are specific products that are required to obtain the mark, including: precast concrete, cement, ceramic and porcelain tiles, reinforcement steel bars, steel sheets, gas-operated appliances and accessories, internal and external aluminum panels for cladding (cladding), electrical connections, plugs and switches, and plastic degradation aids.

According to the website of the Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization, by 2023, the number of products bearing the Saudi Quality Mark has exceeded 125,000, while the number of establishments licensed to use the mark has reached around 880.