424310 — Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of piece goods, fabrics, knitting yarns (except industrial), thread and other notions, and/or hair accessories.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 424310 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 100 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 424300 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 424 → 4243 |
| 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 5131 - Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods (via SIC1987:5131→NAICS1997:42231→2002:424310→2007:424310→2012:424310→2017:424310→2022:424310)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 424310:
- 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 4243
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 424310 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 424310 is 'Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 100 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 424310?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 424310 is 100 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 424310?
NAICS code 424310 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5131 - Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods.