322130 — Paperboard Mills
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing paperboard (e.g., can/drum stock, container board, corrugating medium, folding carton stock, linerboard, tube) from pulp. These establishments may manufacture or purchase pulp. In addition, the establishments may also convert the paperboard they make.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing pulp without manufacturing paperboard--are classified in Industry 322110, Pulp Mills;
- Converting paperboard without manufacturing paperboard--are classified in Industry Group 3222,
- Converted Paper Product Manufacturing; and
- Manufacturing insulation board and other reconstituted wood fiberboard--are classified in U.S. Industry
- 321219, Reconstituted Wood Product Manufacturing.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 322130 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Paperboard Mills |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,250 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 322100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 322 → 3221 |
| 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 2611 - Pulp Mills (via SIC1987:2611→NAICS1997:32213→2002:322130→2007:322130→2012:322130→2017:322130→2022:322130)
- SIC 2631 - Paperboard Mills (via SIC1987:2631→NAICS1997:32213→2002:322130→2007:322130→2012:322130→2017:322130→2022:322130)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 322130:
- 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 3221
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 322130 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 322130 is 'Paperboard Mills', 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 322130?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 322130 is 1,250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 322130?
NAICS code 322130 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2611 - Pulp Mills, 2631 - Paperboard Mills.