Explore SQM certification and compliance pathways for ceramic tiles in Saudi Arabia
GENEVA, SWITZERLAND / AGILITYPR.NEWS / September 08, 2025 / SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is pleased to host a complimentary webinar, ‘Ensuring Market Access for Ceramic Tiles in Saudi Arabia’, on September 23, 2025.
Ceramic tiles, including porcelain, are regulated by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) under the Technical Regulation for Building Materials – Part 4: Bricks, Tiles, Ceramics, Sanitary Ware and Related Products. To enter Saudi ports or be sold domestically, these products must obtain the Saudi Quality Mark (SQM).
In this expert-led session, Jamael N. Romero, Assistant Technical Manager for SQM at SGS, will provide a comprehensive overview of the SQM scheme and its significance for ceramic tile products destined for the Saudi market. The webinar will cover the benefits of obtaining an SQM license, the step-by-step certification process, product scope and technical requirements, factory auditing procedures and the role SGS plays in supporting compliance with Saudi standards.
Agenda:
- Introduction
- About SGS
- Understanding the SQM
- Key benefits of SQM certification
- SQM product scope and applicability
- Technical specifications for ceramic tiles
- SQM factory audits
- Role of SGS in facilitating compliance
- Q&A
This webinar is ideal for manufacturers, exporters, importers and traders within the ceramic tile industry in MENA, Asia, Australia, Europe and North America.
This event will take place on September 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM (GMT +1).
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For further information, please contact:
Jamael N. Romero
Assistant Technical Manager for SQM
Connectivity & Products - Trade Facilitation Services
Tel: 00966 54 100 7454
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