311611 — Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in slaughtering animals (except poultry and small game). Establishments that slaughter and prepare meats are included in this industry.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 311611 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,150 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 311610 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3116 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 0751 - Livestock Services, Except Veterinary (via SIC1987:0751→NAICS1997:311611→2002:311611→2007:311611→2012:311611→2017:311611→2022:311611)
- SIC 2011 - Meat Packing Plants (via SIC1987:2011→NAICS1997:311611→2002:311611→2007:311611→2012:311611→2017:311611→2022:311611)
- SIC 2048 - Prepared Feeds and Feed Ingredients for Animals and Fowls, Except Dogs and Cats (via SIC1987:2048→NAICS1997:311611→2002:311611→2007:311611→2012:311611→2017:311611→2022:311611)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311611:
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 311611 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 311611 is 'Animal (except Poultry) Slaughtering', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,150 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 311611?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311611 is 1,150 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311611?
NAICS code 311611 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 0751 - Livestock Services, Except Veterinary, 2011 - Meat Packing Plants, 2048 - Prepared Feeds and Feed Ingredients for Animals and Fowls, Except Dogs and Cats.