SIC 2892 — Explosives
SIC 2892 is 'Explosives', a 4-digit Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code under Major Group 28: Chemicals and Allied Products (Division D: Manufacturing); it maps to modern 2022 NAICS code(s): 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing).
Description & Classification
SIC code 2892 representing 'Explosives' is an industry category in the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system under U.S. OSHA and Federal procurement registers.
Modern NAICS Crosswalk
Trace the modern equivalent classifications in the 2022 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) database:
- NAICS 325920 - Explosives Manufacturing (via SIC1987:2892→NAICS1997:32592→2002:325920→2007:325920→2012:325920→2017:325920→2022:325920)
Classification Details
| SIC Code | 2892 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Explosives |
| Division | Division D: Manufacturing |
| Major Group | Major Group 28: Chemicals and Allied Products |
| Source / Verified | US Census 1987 SIC Concordance / 2026-06-28 |
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for legacy SIC code 2892:
- SIC Codes Complete Compliance Guide — Detailed history and active legal applications of the SIC classification framework.
- Why Legacy SIC Codes Persist Guide — How credit systems and the SEC still rely on SIC metadata.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Trace industrial code conversions dynamically.
- SIC Major Group 28 Hub — View other legacy industries in this business division.
Related Industries in Major Group 28
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What industry does SIC code 2892 represent?
SIC 2892 is 'Explosives', a 4-digit Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code under Major Group 28: Chemicals and Allied Products (Division D: Manufacturing); it maps to modern 2022 NAICS code(s): 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing).
What is the modern 2022 NAICS mapping for SIC 2892?
SIC code 2892 maps to modern NAICS codes: 325920 - Explosives Manufacturing.