What your shipments need
- SFDA cosmetics notification confirmed before the order ships
- Arabic labelling and ingredient lists that pass Saudi checks
- Correct handling of alcohol-based perfumes, aerosols and nail products as dangerous goods
- Protection from heat during transit and storage
- Fast replenishment for launches, Ramadan, Eid and White Friday
Services that fit
| Service | How it helps |
|---|---|
| Air cargo & international express | Launch stock and samples from France, Korea, Italy, the UAE and Turkey in days |
| Sea freight (FCL & LCL) | Volume replenishment at lower cost, consolidated from several brands |
| Customs clearance | SFDA release, FASAH filing and duty handled at RUH, JED and DMM |
| Warehousing & fulfilment | Storage, pick and pack and e-commerce order dispatch |
| Domestic express | Delivery to salons, pharmacies, retailers and online customers in every city |
Compliance and planning
- Cosmetics need product notification with the SFDA before import; register before you order
- Labels must include Arabic text, ingredients, batch number and expiry date
- Alcohol-based perfumes (often UN1266), aerosols and some nail products ship as dangerous goods with an SDS and DG declaration
- Products making medical or therapeutic claims may be treated as drugs or medical devices, not cosmetics
- Plan space early before Ramadan, Eid and White Friday peaks
Frequently asked questions
Do cosmetics need SFDA approval?
Yes. Cosmetics must be notified with SFDA before import and carry Arabic labelling. We check notification status before booking.
Can you ship perfumes?
Perfumes containing alcohol are flammable dangerous goods, so we ship them with DG declarations by sea, road or approved air services.
Reviewed by Hammad Basravi, Operations Manager, Freight & Customs · Updated October 2026