332812 — Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) enameling, lacquering, and varnishing metals and metal products; (2) hot dip galvanizing metals and metal products; (3) engraving, chasing, or etching metals and metal products (except jewelry; personal goods carried on or about the person, such as compacts and cigarette cases; precious metal products (except precious plated flatware and other plated ware); and printing plates); (4) powder coating metals and metal products; and (5) providing other metal surfacing services for the trade. Included in this industry are establishments that perform these processes on other materials, such as plastics, in addition to metals.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 332812 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers |
| SBA Size Standard | 600 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 332810 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 332 → 3328 |
| 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 3479 - Coating, Engraving, and Allied Services, NEC (via SIC1987:3479→NAICS1997:332812→2002:332812→2007:332812→2012:332812→2017:332812→2022:332812)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 332812:
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 332812 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 332812 is 'Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 600 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 332812?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 332812 is 600 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 332812?
NAICS code 332812 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 3479 - Coating, Engraving, and Allied Services, NEC.