492110 — Couriers and Express Delivery Services
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing air, surface, or combined mode courier and express delivery services of parcels, but not operating under a universal service obligation. These parcels can include goods and documents, but the express delivery services are not part of the normal mail service. These services are generally between metropolitan areas, urban centers, or international, but the establishments of this industry form a network that includes local pick-up and delivery to serve their customers' needs.
Illustrative Examples
- Air courier services, except establishments operating under a universal service obligation
- Express delivery services, except establishments operating under a universal service obligation
- Courier services (i.e., intercity network), except establishments operating under a universal service obligation
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 492110 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Couriers and Express Delivery Services |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,500 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 492110 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 492 → 4921 |
| 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 4215 - Courier Services, Except by Air (via SIC1987:4215→NAICS1997:49211→2002:492110→2007:492110→2012:492110→2017:492110→2022:492110)
- SIC 4513 - Air Courier Services (via SIC1987:4513→NAICS1997:49211→2002:492110→2007:492110→2012:492110→2017:492110→2022:492110)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 492110:
- 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 4921
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 492110 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 492110 is 'Couriers and Express Delivery Services', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,500 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 492110?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 492110 is 1,500 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 492110?
NAICS code 492110 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4215 - Courier Services, Except by Air, 4513 - Air Courier Services.