The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) published SASO RoHS regulations, Regulation will be implemented in a roll out phase with Telecommunication and Information Technology Equipment, taking effect December 31, 2022. Products in this category will be required to prove compliance to the RoHS Regulation as a part of Saudi Arabia’s approval requirements. 

Products placed on the market before the implementation dates are allowed a grace period and can sell for 365 days. After that time period, they must comply with the Regulation or they will be recalled. It is important to note that as a part of SASO certification, the validity period is one year.

A recap of the SASO RoHS roll out dates:

Small Home Electrical Appliances – July 4, 2022

Large Home Electrical Appliances – October 2, 2022

Telecommunication and Information Technology Equipment – December 31, 2022

Lighting Equipment – March 31, 2023

Electrical and Electronic Tools and Equipment – June 29, 2023

Toys, Entertainment Devices, and Sports Equipment – September 27, 2023

Monitoring and Control Tools – December 26, 2023