423940 — Jewelry, Watch, Precious Stone, and Precious Metal Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of jewelry, precious and semiprecious stones, precious metals and metal flatware, costume jewelry, watches, clocks, silverware, and/or jewelers' findings.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 423940 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Jewelry, Watch, Precious Stone, and Precious Metal Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 125 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 423940 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 423 → 4239 |
| 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 5094 - Jewelry, Watches, Precious Stones, and Precious Metals (via SIC1987:5094→NAICS1997:42194→2002:423940→2007:423940→2012:423940→2017:423940→2022:423940)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423940:
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 423940 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 423940 is 'Jewelry, Watch, Precious Stone, and Precious Metal Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 125 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 423940?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 423940 is 125 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 423940?
NAICS code 423940 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5094 - Jewelry, Watches, Precious Stones, and Precious Metals.