311991 — Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing
NAICS 311991 is 'Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 700 employees.
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing perishable prepared foods, such as salads, sandwiches, prepared meals, fresh pizza, fresh pasta, and peeled or cut vegetables.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in preparing and selling food for immediate consumption are classified in
- Industry 72251, Restaurants and Other Eating Places.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 311991 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 700 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 311900 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3119 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 311991
National Industry
Sector (2)
31-33
Manufacturing
Subsector (3)
311
Food Manufacturing
Industry Group (4)
3119
Other Food Manufacturing
Industry (5)
31199
All Other Food Manufacturing
National Industry (6)
311991
Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 2099 - Food Preparations, NEC (via SIC1987:2099→NAICS1997:311991→2002:311991→2007:311991→2012:311991→2017:311991→2022:311991)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311991:
- 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 3119
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 311991 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 311991 is 'Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 700 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 311991?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311991 is 700 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311991?
NAICS code 311991 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2099 - Food Preparations, NEC.