562920 — Materials Recovery Facilities
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) operating facilities for separating and sorting recyclable materials from nonhazardous waste streams (i.e., garbage) and/or (2) operating facilities where commingled recyclable materials, such as paper, plastics, used beverage cans, and metals, are sorted into distinct categories.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in merchant wholesaling automotive, industrial, and other recyclable materials
- are classified in Industry 423930, Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 562920 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Materials Recovery Facilities |
| SBA Size Standard | $25,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 562000 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 56 → 562 → 5629 |
| 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 4953 - Refuse Systems (via SIC1987:4953→NAICS1997:56292→2002:562920→2007:562920→2012:562920→2017:562920→2022:562920)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 562920:
- 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 5629
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 562920 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 562920 is 'Materials Recovery Facilities', 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 $25,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 562920?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 562920 is $25,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 562920?
NAICS code 562920 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4953 - Refuse Systems.