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UPDATE: SABER system launch postponed until 2019

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO Update: The launch of the SABER system for online certification has been postponed by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) until January 2019.

Rapid SASO Certificates essential for Preformed Windings’ customers

Case Study, Middle East, SASO

CASE STUDY: Read why this global coil manufacturer decided to work with XDS Solutions for faster Saudi SASO certification to keep their customers happy…

SONCAP fast and simple – a boom in exporting to Nigeria made easy

Africa, Compliance, SONCAP

With Brexit looming and businesses recognising more positive conditions for exporting to Nigeria, now is a good time to reconsider the African country as a destination for your products.

SASO Energy Efficiency Label – EER Update

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO Energy Efficiency Label: The old SASO Energy Efficiency Label registration system is now closed. Understand the requirements of the new registration system and ensure your products remain compliant.

SASO IECEE Recognition Certificate – Update

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO IECEE Recognition Certificate: Lighting Luminaires removed, and smart watches and water pumps added. Read more about recent changes and understand what you must do to comply and be granted entry at KSA Ports and Borders.

Saudi Arabia Makes the G-Mark Mandatory for Toys and Low Voltage Electricals

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO is now enforcing the requirement of G-Marking for Low Voltage (LV) Electrical Products and Toys. If you export any of the products listed then compliance with the G-Mark Technical Regulation is mandatory.

SONCAP procedures now mandatory for all courier shipments

Africa, Compliance, SONCAP

All courier shipments valid, or not valid for Forex, must now also apply for a Form M and follow SONCAP procedures. Adopt the right approach, avoid costly fines and delays.

SASO IECEE Recognition Certificate – Update

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO IECEE Recognition Certificate: Additional electrical products added as of 1 August 2018. Understand what you must do to comply and be granted entry at KSA Ports and Borders.

Iraq ICIGI Certificate and Kurdistan KSQCA Certificate Update

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

Shipping products to Iraq or Kurdistan? Non regulated products now require third-party testing for clearance at Customs Ports and Borders. Find out more…

Saudi Arabia G-Mark Requirements for Low Voltage Electrical Products

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

Low voltage electrical products and toys shipping to Saudi Arabia? SASO is now enforcing the G-Mark Technical Regulation. Compliance will be required for clearance at KSA Customs Ports and Borders alongside the SASO Certificate of Conformity (CoC). Find out more…

Understand SONCAP – Export to Nigeria

Africa, Compliance, SONCAP

Looking to Nigeria as an opportunity to diversify exports and accelerate growth? Before you ship your first consignment of goods read our SONCAP Guide…

Saudi Arabia – Shipment Compliance

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

Ready to ship your first consignment of goods to Saudi? Virtually all goods need to have a SASO Certificate of Conformity for customs clearance. Find out more…

SASO Recognition Certificate now required for Shipment of Selected Electricals

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

Selected electrical products must now have a Recognition Certificate alongside the usual Certificate of Conformity to be granted entry at KSA Ports and Borders.

Enforcement of SASO OXO-Biodegradable Mark for Degradable Plastic Products

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

Export plastics to Saudi? SASO is now enforcing the new OXO-biodegradable mark for degradable plastic products. Register your products and apply today.

GSO Update: Certification Scope for Air Conditioners

Compliance, Middle East

GSO GULF TECHNICAL REGULATION UPDATE: Exporters of air conditioners (product HS Code 84 15 10 00) can now be certain of their obligations, and avoid costly delays at port. Find out more…

Understand SASO Water Efficiency Labelling for Saudi Arabia

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO UPDATE: Manufacture or ship faucets, showers and toilets to Saudi Arabia? Understand the new Water Efficiency Regulations and how the new SASO Water Efficiency Labelling programme will impact your conformity process.

Nigeria Update: Containerised cargo must be palletised

Africa, Compliance, SONCAP

NIGERIA UPDATE: As of 1st January 2018, to be accepted at port ALL containerised cargo must be palletised.

Seasons greetings from XDS

XDS

SEASONS GREETINGS: A huge thank you to all our clients. Rest assured our SASO & SONCAP Account Managers will still be on-hand throughout the festive season for certification, fast.

SASO Guide: Shipping electricals to Saudi Arabia

Compliance, Middle East, SASO

SASO REFRESHER: Export electronic goods to Saudi? Make sure you follow these steps for hassle-free entry at Port.

Nigeria SON Update: PRODUCT AUTHENTICATION MARK (PAM)

Africa, Compliance, SONCAP

SON UPDATE: As of 1st February 2018, to be accepted at port ALL imported products must comply with the Product Authentication Mark and carry a PAM sticker.