424510 — Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of grains, such as corn, wheat, oats, barley, and unpolished rice; dry beans; and soybeans and other inedible beans. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in operating country or terminal grain elevators primarily for the purpose of wholesaling.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Merchant wholesale distribution of field and garden seeds--are classified in Industry 424910, Farm
- Supplies Merchant Wholesalers; and
- Operating grain elevators for storage only--are classified in Industry 493130, Farm Product Warehousing
- and Storage.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 424510 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 200 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 424500 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 424 → 4245 |
| 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 5153 - Grain and Field Beans (via SIC1987:5153→NAICS1997:42251→2002:424510→2007:424510→2012:424510→2017:424510→2022:424510)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 424510:
- 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 4245
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 424510 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 424510 is 'Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 200 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 424510?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 424510 is 200 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 424510?
NAICS code 424510 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5153 - Grain and Field Beans.