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What is a local representative?
in Saudi Arabia?
In Saudi Arabia, cosmetic products must be marketed through an authorized local importer or entity. This local representative acts as the responsible party to the Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA), managing product registration, ensuring regulatory compliance, and allowing legal entry into the Saudi market.
Requirements for trading in Saudi Arabia
Mandatory local importer
It must be an entity registered in KSA
Registration in SFDA system (GHAD)
Mandatory notification prior to marketing
Saudi regulatory compliance
Review of ingredients, labeling and safety
Product control in the market
Responsibility for marketing and distribution

Functions of the local representative
What happens if you don't have
local representative?
• Inability to register products in KSA
• Blockade on import and marketing
• Risk of regulatory sanctions
• Dependence on third parties without control
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