488991 — Packing and Crating
NAICS 488991 is 'Packing and Crating', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in packing, crating, and otherwise preparing goods for transportation.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing packaging and labeling services (except warehousing)--are classified in Industry 561910,
- Packaging and Labeling Services;
- Providing warehousing services--are classified in Industry Group 4931, Warehousing and Storage; and
- Providing packing and crating services for agricultural products--are classified in U.S. Industry 115114,
- Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning).
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 488991 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Packing and Crating |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 488990 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 488 → 4889 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
NAICS Structure: 488991
National Industry
Sector (2)
48-49
Transportation and Warehousing
Subsector (3)
488
Support Activities for Transportation
Industry Group (4)
4889
Other Support Activities for Transportation
Industry (5)
48899
Other Support Activities for Transportation
National Industry (6)
488991
Packing and Crating
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4783 - Packing and Crating (via SIC1987:4783→NAICS1997:488991→2002:488991→2007:488991→2012:488991→2017:488991→2022:488991)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 488991:
- 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 4889
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 488991 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 488991 is 'Packing and Crating', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 488991?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 488991 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 488991?
NAICS code 488991 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4783 - Packing and Crating.