493120 — Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating refrigerated warehousing and storage facilities. Establishments primarily engaged in the storage of furs for the trade are included in this industry. The services provided by these establishments include blast freezing, tempering, and modified atmosphere storage services.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in cleaning and storing furs (except for the trade) and garments are classified in
- Industry 812320, Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated).
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 493120 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage |
| SBA Size Standard | $36,500,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 493100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 493 → 4931 |
| 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 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (via SIC1987:4222→NAICS1997:49312→2002:493120→2007:493120→2012:493120→2017:493120→2022:493120)
- SIC 4226 - Special Warehousing and Storage, NEC (via SIC1987:4226→NAICS1997:49312→2002:493120→2007:493120→2012:493120→2017:493120→2022:493120)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 493120:
- 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 4931
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 493120 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 493120 is 'Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $36,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 493120?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 493120 is $36,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 493120?
NAICS code 493120 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage, 4226 - Special Warehousing and Storage, NEC.