What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 311422?

NAICS code 311422 maps to the following legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2032 - Canned Specialties.

311422 — Specialty Canning

Q: Is NAICS code 311422 valid in 2022?

Yes, 311422 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Specialty Canning'. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing canned specialty foods. Examples of products made in these establishments are canned baby food, canned baked beans, canned soups (except seafood), canned spaghetti, and other canned nationality foods.

NAICS 311422 is 'Specialty Canning', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,400 employees.

Description

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing canned specialty foods. Examples of products made in these establishments are canned baby food, canned baked beans, canned soups (except seafood), canned spaghetti, and other canned nationality foods.

Exclusions & Cross-References

Manufacturing canned dairy products--are classified in U.S. Industry 311514, Dry, Condensed, and
Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing;
Manufacturing canned fruits, canned vegetables, and canned juices--are classified in U.S. Industry 311421,
Fruit and Vegetable Canning;
Manufacturing canned seafood soups and canned seafood products--are classified in Industry 311710,
Seafood Product Preparation and Packaging;
Manufacturing canned meat products--are classified in Industry 31161, Animal Slaughtering and
Processing; and
Manufacturing canned puddings--are classified in U.S. Industry 311999, All Other Miscellaneous Food
Manufacturing.

Overview Facts

NAICS Code	311422
Industry Title	Specialty Canning
SBA Size Standard	1,400 employees
IRS PBA Code	311400 (rolled-up match)
Sectors Hierarchy	Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3114
Source / Verified	US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28

NAICS Structure: 311422 National Industry

Sector (2)

31-33

Manufacturing

Subsector (3)

311

Food Manufacturing

Industry Group (4)

3114

Fruit and Vegetable Preserving and Specialty Food Manufacturing

Industry (5)

31142

Fruit and Vegetable Canning, Pickling, and Drying

National Industry (6)

311422

Specialty Canning

Legacy SIC Concordance

Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.

SIC 2032 - Canned Specialties (via SIC1987:2032→NAICS1997:311422→2002:311422→2007:311422→2012:311422→2017:311422→2022:311422)

Related Resources & Compliance Guides

Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311422:

Sector 31-33 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Manufacturing sector.
SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.

Related Industries in 3114

311411 - Frozen Fruit, Juice, and Vegetable Manuf...311412 - Frozen Specialty Food Manufacturing...311421 - Fruit and Vegetable Canning...311423 - Dried and Dehydrated Food Manufacturing...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is 311422 a valid 2022 NAICS code?

NAICS 311422 is 'Specialty Canning', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,400 employees.

What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 311422?

The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311422 is 1,400 employees (based on employees).

What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311422?

NAICS code 311422 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2032 - Canned Specialties.