512120 — Motion Picture and Video Distribution
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acquiring distribution rights and distributing film and video productions to motion picture theaters, television networks and stations, other media broadcast and streaming outlets, and exhibitors.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 512120 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Motion Picture and Video Distribution |
| SBA Size Standard | $39,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 512100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 51 → 512 → 5121 |
| 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 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution (via SIC1987:7822→NAICS1997:51212→2002:512120→2007:512120→2012:512120→2017:512120→2022:512120)
- SIC 7829 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Distribution (via SIC1987:7829→NAICS1997:51212→2002:512120→2007:512120→2012:512120→2017:512120→2022:512120)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 512120:
- Sector 51 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Information 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 512120 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 512120 is 'Motion Picture and Video Distribution', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 51 (Information); the SBA small-business size standard is $39,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 512120?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 512120 is $39,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 512120?
NAICS code 512120 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7822 - Motion Picture and Video Tape Distribution, 7829 - Services Allied to Motion Picture Distribution.