312120 — Breweries
NAICS 312120 is 'Breweries', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,250 employees.
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in brewing beer, ale, lager, malt liquors, and nonalcoholic beer.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 312120 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Breweries |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,250 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 312120 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 312 → 3121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 312120
National Industry
Sector (2)
31-33
Manufacturing
Subsector (3)
312
Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing
Industry Group (4)
3121
Beverage Manufacturing
Industry (5)
31212
Breweries
National Industry (6)
312120
Breweries
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 2082 - Malt Beverages (via SIC1987:2082→NAICS1997:31212→2002:312120→2007:312120→2012:312120→2017:312120→2022:312120)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 312120:
- 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 3121
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 312120 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 312120 is 'Breweries', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,250 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 312120?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 312120 is 1,250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 312120?
NAICS code 312120 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2082 - Malt Beverages.