561491 — Repossession Services
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in repossessing tangible assets (e.g., automobiles, boats, equipment, planes, furniture, appliances) for the creditor as a result of delinquent debts.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing monetary debt collection services--are classified in Industry 561440, Collection Agencies; and
- Providing towing services to motor vehicles--are classified in Industry 488410, Motor Vehicle Towing.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 561491 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Repossession Services |
| SBA Size Standard | $19,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 561490 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 56 → 561 → 5614 |
| 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 7389 - Business Services (via SIC1987:7389→NAICS1997:561491→2002:561491→2007:561491→2012:561491→2017:561491→2022:561491)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 561491:
- Sector 56 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation 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 5614
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 561491 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 561491 is 'Repossession Services', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 56 (Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $19,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 561491?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 561491 is $19,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 561491?
NAICS code 561491 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 7389 - Business Services.