423430 — Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of computers, computer peripheral equipment, loaded computer boards, and/or computer software.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Merchant wholesale distribution of modems, routers, printed circuit boards, semiconductor devices, and
- other electronic communications equipment--are classified in Industry 423690, Other Electronic Parts and
- Equipment Merchant Wholesalers; and
- Selling, planning, and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and
- communication technologies--are classified in U.S. Industry 541512, Computer Systems Design Services.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 423430 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 250 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 423400 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 423 → 4234 |
| 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 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software (via SIC1987:5045→NAICS1997:42143→2002:423430→2007:423430→2012:423430→2017:423430→2022:423430)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423430:
- Sector 42 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Wholesale Trade 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 4234
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 423430 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 423430 is 'Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 250 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 423430?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 423430 is 250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 423430?
NAICS code 423430 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software.