541714 — Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) research and experimental development. Biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) research and experimental development involves the study of the use of microorganisms and cellular and biomolecular processes to develop or alter living or non-living materials. This research and development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) may result in development of new biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) processes or in prototypes of new or genetically-altered products that may be reproduced, utilized, or implemented by various industries.
Illustrative Examples
- Cloning research and experimental development laboratories
- DNA technologies (e.g., microarrays) research and experimental development laboratories
- Nucleic acid chemistry research and experimental development laboratories
- Protein engineering research and experimental development laboratories
- Recombinant DNA research and experimental development laboratories
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Conducting research and experimental development in nanotechnology (e.g., nanobiotechnology)--are
- classified in U.S. Industry 541713, Research and Development in Nanotechnology;
- Conducting research and experimental development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except
- nanotechnology and biotechnology)--are classified in U.S. Industry 541715, Research and Development in
- the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology);
- Providing physical, chemical, or other analytical testing services (except medical or veterinary), such as
- acoustics or vibration testing, calibration testing, electrical and electronic testing, geotechnical testing,
- mechanical testing, nondestructive testing, or thermal testing--are classified in Industry 541380, Testing
- Laboratories and Services;
- Providing veterinary testing services--are classified in Industry 541940, Veterinary Services;
- Providing medical laboratory testing for humans--are classified in U.S. Industry 621511, Medical
- Laboratories;
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 541714 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,000 employees |
| IRS PBA Code | 541700 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 54 → 541 → 5417 |
| 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 3721 - Aircraft (via SIC1987:3721→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 3724 - Aircraft Engines and Engine Parts (via SIC1987:3724→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 3728 - Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment, NEC (via SIC1987:3728→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 3761 - Guided Missiles and Space Vehicles (via SIC1987:3761→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 3764 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Units and Propulsion Unit Parts (via SIC1987:3764→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 3769 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment, NEC (via SIC1987:3769→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 8731 - Commercial Physical and Biological Research (via SIC1987:8731→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
- SIC 8733 - Noncommercial Research Organizations (via SIC1987:8733→NAICS1997:54171→2002:541710→2007:541711→2012:541711→2017:541714→2022:541714)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 541714:
- Sector 54 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 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 5417
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 541714 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 541714 is 'Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,000 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541714?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 541714 is 1,000 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 541714?
NAICS code 541714 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 3721 - Aircraft, 3724 - Aircraft Engines and Engine Parts, 3728 - Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment, NEC, 3761 - Guided Missiles and Space Vehicles, 3764 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Units and Propulsion Unit Parts, 3769 - Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts and Auxiliary Equipment, NEC, 8731 - Commercial Physical and Biological Research, 8733 - Noncommercial Research Organizations.