332215 — Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal kitchen cookware (except by casting (e.g., cast iron skillets) or stamped without further fabrication), utensils, and/or nonprecious and precious plated metal cutlery and flatware.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing precious (except precious plated) metal cutlery and flatware--are classified in Industry
- 339910, Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing electric razors and hair clippers for use on humans--are classified in Industry 335210, Small
- Electrical Appliance Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing power hedge shears and trimmers--are classified in U.S. Industry 333112, Lawn and Garden
- Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing nonelectric hair clippers for use on animals--are classified in U.S. Industry 332216, Saw
- Blade and Handtool Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing finished cast iron kitchen utensils and cookware (i.e., cast iron skillets) and castings for
- kitchen utensils and cookware--are classified in Industry Group 3315, Foundries; and
- Manufacturing stampings for kitchen utensils, pots, and pans--are classified in U.S. Industry 332119, Metal
- Crown, Closure, and Other Metal Stamping (except Automotive).
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 332215 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,000 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 332210 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 332 → 3322 |
| 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 3421 - Cutlery (via SIC1987:3421→NAICS1997:332211→2002:332211→2007:332211→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
- SIC 3469 - Metal Stampings, NEC (via SIC1987:3469→NAICS1997:332214→2002:332214→2007:332214→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
- SIC 3914 - Silverware, Plated Ware, and Stainless Steel Ware (via SIC1987:3914→NAICS1997:332211→2002:332211→2007:332211→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 332215:
- 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 3322
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 332215 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 332215 is 'Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) 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 332215?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 332215 is 1,000 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 332215?
NAICS code 332215 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 3421 - Cutlery, 3469 - Metal Stampings, NEC, 3914 - Silverware, Plated Ware, and Stainless Steel Ware.