488510 — Freight Transportation Arrangement
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in arranging transportation of freight between shippers and carriers. These establishments are usually known as freight forwarders, marine shipping agents, or customs brokers and offer a combination of services spanning transportation modes but do not directly provide shipping services.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 488510 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Freight Transportation Arrangement |
| SBA Size Standard | $20,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 488510 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 488 → 4885 |
| 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 4731 - Arrangement of Transportation of Freight and Cargo (via SIC1987:4731→NAICS1997:48851→2002:488510→2007:488510→2012:488510→2017:488510→2022:488510)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 488510:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing 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 4885
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 488510 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 488510 is 'Freight Transportation Arrangement', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $20,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 488510?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 488510 is $20,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 488510?
NAICS code 488510 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4731 - Arrangement of Transportation of Freight and Cargo.