425120 — Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers
Description
This industry comprises wholesale trade agents and brokers acting on behalf of buyers or sellers in the wholesale distribution of goods, including those that use the Internet or other electronic means to bring together buyers and sellers. Agents and brokers do not take title to the goods being sold but rather receive a commission or fee for their service. Agents and brokers for all durable and nondurable goods are included in this industry.
Illustrative Examples
- Independent sales representatives
- Manufacturers' sales representatives
- Group purchasing organizations (acting as agents for goods distribution)
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 425120 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers |
| SBA Size Standard | 125 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 425120 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 425 → 4251 |
| 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 5012 - Automobiles and Other Motor Vehicles (via SIC1987:5012→NAICS1997:42111→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5013 - Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts (via SIC1987:5013→NAICS1997:42112→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5014 - Tires and Tubes (via SIC1987:5014→NAICS1997:42113→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5015 - Motor Vehicle Parts, Used (via SIC1987:5015→NAICS1997:42114→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5021 - Furniture (via SIC1987:5021→NAICS1997:42121→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5023 - Homefurnishings (via SIC1987:5023→NAICS1997:42122→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5031 - Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panels (via SIC1987:5031→NAICS1997:42131→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5032 - Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Materials (via SIC1987:5032→NAICS1997:42132→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5033 - Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Materials (via SIC1987:5033→NAICS1997:42133→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5039 - Construction Materials, NEC (via SIC1987:5039→NAICS1997:42139→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5043 - Photographic Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5043→NAICS1997:42141→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5044 - Office Equipment (via SIC1987:5044→NAICS1997:42142→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software (via SIC1987:5045→NAICS1997:42143→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5046 - Commercial Equipment, NEC (via SIC1987:5046→NAICS1997:42144→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5047 - Medical, Dental and Hospital Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5047→NAICS1997:42145→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5048 - Ophthalmic Goods (via SIC1987:5048→NAICS1997:42146→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5049 - Professional Equipment and Supplies, NEC (via SIC1987:5049→NAICS1997:42149→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5051 - Metals Service Centers and Offices (via SIC1987:5051→NAICS1997:42151→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5052 - Coal and Other Minerals and Ores (via SIC1987:5052→NAICS1997:42152→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5063 - Electrical Apparatus and Equipment, Wiring Supplies and Construction Materials (via SIC1987:5063→NAICS1997:42161→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5064 - Electrical Appliances, Television and Radio Sets (via SIC1987:5064→NAICS1997:42162→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5065 - Electronic Parts and Equipment, NEC (via SIC1987:5065→NAICS1997:42169→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5072 - Hardware (via SIC1987:5072→NAICS1997:42171→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5074 - Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5074→NAICS1997:42172→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5075 - Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5075→NAICS1997:42173→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5078 - Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5078→NAICS1997:42174→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5082 - Construction and Mining (via SIC1987:5082→NAICS1997:42181→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5083 - Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment (via SIC1987:5083→NAICS1997:42182→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5084 - Industrial Machinery and Equipment (via SIC1987:5084→NAICS1997:42183→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5085 - Industrial Supplies (via SIC1987:5085→NAICS1997:42184→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5087 - Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5087→NAICS1997:42185→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5088 - Transportation Equipment and Supplies, Except Motor Vehicles (via SIC1987:5088→NAICS1997:42186→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5091 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies (via SIC1987:5091→NAICS1997:42191→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5092 - Toys and Hobby Goods and Supplies (via SIC1987:5092→NAICS1997:42192→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5093 - Scrap and Waste Materials (via SIC1987:5093→NAICS1997:42193→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5094 - Jewelry, Watches, Precious Stones, and Precious Metals (via SIC1987:5094→NAICS1997:42194→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5099 - Durable Goods, NEC (via SIC1987:5099→NAICS1997:42199→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5111 - Printing and Writing Paper (via SIC1987:5111→NAICS1997:42211→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5112 - Stationery and Office Supplies (via SIC1987:5112→NAICS1997:42212→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5113 - Industrial and Personal Service Paper (via SIC1987:5113→NAICS1997:42213→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5122 - Drugs, Drug Proprietaries, and Druggists’ Sundries (via SIC1987:5122→NAICS1997:42221→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5131 - Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods (via SIC1987:5131→NAICS1997:42231→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5136 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings (via SIC1987:5136→NAICS1997:42232→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5137 - Women's, Children's and Infants' Clothing and Accessories (via SIC1987:5137→NAICS1997:42233→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5139 - Footwear (via SIC1987:5139→NAICS1997:42234→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5141 - Groceries, General Line (via SIC1987:5141→NAICS1997:42241→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5142 - Packaged Frozen Foods (via SIC1987:5142→NAICS1997:42242→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5143 - Dairy Products, Except Dried or Canned (via SIC1987:5143→NAICS1997:42243→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5144 - Poultry and Poultry Products (via SIC1987:5144→NAICS1997:42244→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5145 - Confectionery (via SIC1987:5145→NAICS1997:42245→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5146 - Fish and Seafoods (via SIC1987:5146→NAICS1997:42246→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5147 - Meat and Meat Products (via SIC1987:5147→NAICS1997:42247→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5148 - Fresh Fruits and Vegetables (via SIC1987:5148→NAICS1997:42248→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5149 - Groceries and Related Products, NEC (via SIC1987:5149→NAICS1997:42249→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5153 - Grain and Field Beans (via SIC1987:5153→NAICS1997:42251→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5154 - Livestock (via SIC1987:5154→NAICS1997:42252→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5159 - Farm-Product Raw Materials, NEC (via SIC1987:5159→NAICS1997:42259→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5162 - Plastics Materials and Basic Forms and Shapes (via SIC1987:5162→NAICS1997:42261→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5169 - Chemicals and Allied Products, NEC (via SIC1987:5169→NAICS1997:42269→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5172 - Petroleum and Petroleum Products Wholesalers, Except Bulk Stations and Terminals (via SIC1987:5172→NAICS1997:42272→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5181 - Beer and Ale (via SIC1987:5181→NAICS1997:42281→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5182 - Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (via SIC1987:5182→NAICS1997:42282→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5191 - Farm Supplies (via SIC1987:5191→NAICS1997:42291→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5192 - Books, Periodicals, and Newspapers (via SIC1987:5192→NAICS1997:42292→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5193 - Flowers, Nursery Stock, and Florists’ Supplies (via SIC1987:5193→NAICS1997:42293→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5194 - Tobacco and Tobacco Products (via SIC1987:5194→NAICS1997:42294→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5198 - Paints, Varnishes, and Supplies (via SIC1987:5198→NAICS1997:42295→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 5199 - Nondurable Goods, NEC (via SIC1987:5199→NAICS1997:42299→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 7389 - Business Services (via SIC1987:7389→NAICS1997:42186→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
- SIC 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution (via SIC1987:7822→NAICS1997:42199→2002:425120→2007:425120→2012:425120→2017:425120→2022:425120)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 425120:
- 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 425120 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 425120 is 'Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers', 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 425120?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 425120 is 125 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 425120?
NAICS code 425120 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5012 - Automobiles and Other Motor Vehicles, 5013 - Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts, 5014 - Tires and Tubes, 5015 - Motor Vehicle Parts, Used, 5021 - Furniture, 5023 - Homefurnishings, 5031 - Lumber, Plywood, Millwork, and Wood Panels, 5032 - Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Materials, 5033 - Roofing, Siding, and Insulation Materials, 5039 - Construction Materials, NEC, 5043 - Photographic Equipment and Supplies, 5044 - Office Equipment, 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software, 5046 - Commercial Equipment, NEC, 5047 - Medical, Dental and Hospital Equipment and Supplies, 5048 - Ophthalmic Goods, 5049 - Professional Equipment and Supplies, NEC, 5051 - Metals Service Centers and Offices, 5052 - Coal and Other Minerals and Ores, 5063 - Electrical Apparatus and Equipment, Wiring Supplies and Construction Materials, 5064 - Electrical Appliances, Television and Radio Sets, 5065 - Electronic Parts and Equipment, NEC, 5072 - Hardware, 5074 - Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies, 5075 - Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies, 5078 - Refrigeration Equipment and Supplies, 5082 - Construction and Mining, 5083 - Farm and Garden Machinery and Equipment, 5084 - Industrial Machinery and Equipment, 5085 - Industrial Supplies, 5087 - Service Establishment Equipment and Supplies, 5088 - Transportation Equipment and Supplies, Except Motor Vehicles, 5091 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies, 5092 - Toys and Hobby Goods and Supplies, 5093 - Scrap and Waste Materials, 5094 - Jewelry, Watches, Precious Stones, and Precious Metals, 5099 - Durable Goods, NEC, 5111 - Printing and Writing Paper, 5112 - Stationery and Office Supplies, 5113 - Industrial and Personal Service Paper, 5122 - Drugs, Drug Proprietaries, and Druggists’ Sundries, 5131 - Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods, 5136 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings, 5137 - Women's, Children's and Infants' Clothing and Accessories, 5139 - Footwear, 5141 - Groceries, General Line, 5142 - Packaged Frozen Foods, 5143 - Dairy Products, Except Dried or Canned, 5144 - Poultry and Poultry Products, 5145 - Confectionery, 5146 - Fish and Seafoods, 5147 - Meat and Meat Products, 5148 - Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, 5149 - Groceries and Related Products, NEC, 5153 - Grain and Field Beans, 5154 - Livestock, 5159 - Farm-Product Raw Materials, NEC, 5162 - Plastics Materials and Basic Forms and Shapes, 5169 - Chemicals and Allied Products, NEC, 5172 - Petroleum and Petroleum Products Wholesalers, Except Bulk Stations and Terminals, 5181 - Beer and Ale, 5182 - Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverages, 5191 - Farm Supplies, 5192 - Books, Periodicals, and Newspapers, 5193 - Flowers, Nursery Stock, and Florists’ Supplies, 5194 - Tobacco and Tobacco Products, 5198 - Paints, Varnishes, and Supplies, 5199 - Nondurable Goods, NEC, 7389 - Business Services, 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution.