September, 2021
The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) has released a final version of the Technical Regulation for Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) on July 9, 2021. This regulation will come into effect on January 5, 2022, and applies to all electrical and electronic devices and equipment that fall into the following categories:
Household Appliances
ICT Equipment
Lighting Equipment
Tools, Electrical, and Electronic equipment
Games, Entertainment Devices and Tools, and Sports Equipment
Monitoring and Control Tools
The following equipment are exempted from the scope of this regulation:
Medical Devices
Weapons and Military Equipment to be sent into space
Large-Scale Stationary Industrial Tools
Extensive Fixed Equipment
