Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Government Inspections and International Trade

Conformity assessment ensures that food and cosmetic products meet the necessary standards and regulations, ensuring consumer safety and promoting fair market competition.

TÜV Rheinland is authorized conformity body by SFDA provides comprehensive conformity assessment services to support businesses in complying with the SFDA requirements for food and cosmetic products.

The SFDA scheme aims to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of food and cosmetic products sold in Saudi Arabia.

Yes, all food and cosmetic products intended for sale in Saudi Arabia must undergo registration and conformity assessment under the SFDA scheme.

Businesses should consult the SFDA regulations and guidelines or seek assistance from a conformity assessment service provider like TÜV Rheinland to determine if their products fall under the scope of the scheme.

The process typically involves an initial review of product documentation, followed by testing, inspection, and certification procedures to assess compliance with SFDA regulations.

The timeframe can vary depending on the complexity of the product and the testing required. It is recommended to consult with TÜV Rheinland for a more accurate estimate.

Yes, the SFDA has specific labeling requirements for food and cosmetic products, including but not limited to information about ingredients, usage instructions, and safety warnings.

TÜV Rheinland offers a range of services including product testing, inspection, certification, regulatory compliance assistance, and market access support.

Yes, TÜV Rheinland offers consulting services to help businesses understand and comply with the SFDA's labeling requirements.

Yes, TÜV Rheinland offers guidance and support to businesses to address non-compliance issues and work towards rectifying them.

Yes, TÜV Rheinland offers training programs to help businesses understand the SFDA requirements and navigate the conformity assessment process.

TÜV Rheinland provides a verification system where businesses, authorities, and consumers can validate the authenticity of a certification online.

Yes, TÜV Rheinland provides guidance and support to businesses to effectively utilize the FASEH & GHAD platforms for their conformity assessment processes.

TÜV Rheinland provides a wide range of testing services, including microbiological testing, chemical analysis, physical testing, and all required parameters as per SFDA requirements.

Yes, TÜV Rheinland provides guidance and support to businesses to effectively utilize the FASEH & GHAD platforms for their conformity assessment processes.

Yes, and cosmetic products intended for sale in Saudi Arabia must undergo registration and conformity assessment under the SFDA scheme.

Yes, It is mandatory to create Ghad account for the importer company to register cosmetic products and issue the CoC

Yes, all active products on eCosma will be migrated to Ghad system automatically once the importer activate Ghad account.