325510 — Paint and Coating Manufacturing
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) mixing pigments, solvents, and binders into paints and other coatings, such as stains, varnishes, lacquers, enamels, shellacs, and water-repellent coatings for concrete and masonry, and/or (2) manufacturing allied paint products, such as putties, paint and varnish removers, paint brush cleaners, and frit.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing creosote or turpentine--are classified in U.S. Industry 325194, Cyclic Crude, Intermediate,
- and Gum and Wood Chemical Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing caulking compounds and sealants--are classified in Industry 325520, Adhesive
- Manufacturing; and
- Manufacturing artists' paints--are classified in Industry 339940, Office Supplies (except Paper)
- Manufacturing.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 325510 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Paint and Coating Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,000 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 325500 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 325 → 3255 |
| 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 2851 - Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels and Allied Products (via SIC1987:2851→NAICS1997:32551→2002:325510→2007:325510→2012:325510→2017:325510→2022:325510)
- SIC 2899 - Chemicals and Chemical Preparations, NEC (via SIC1987:2899→NAICS1997:32551→2002:325510→2007:325510→2012:325510→2017:325510→2022:325510)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 325510:
- 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 3255
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 325510 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 325510 is 'Paint and Coating Manufacturing', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,000 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 325510?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 325510 is 1,000 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 325510?
NAICS code 325510 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2851 - Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers, Enamels and Allied Products, 2899 - Chemicals and Chemical Preparations, NEC.