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NAICS CodeNorth American Industry Classification System

North American Industry Classification System code identifying business industry.

Definition

NAICS Code North American Industry Classification System code identifying business industry.

U.S. Census Bureau

Definition

A NAICS code is a 6-digit number that classifies a business by its primary industry. NAICS codes determine small business size standards and which contracts you're eligible for. Your primary NAICS code should reflect your main revenue-generating activity. You can list multiple secondary NAICS codes in SAM.gov.

Official Source

U.S. Census Bureau

Related Terms

  • Primary NAICS

    The main NAICS code representing a company's primary business activity.

  • SAM.gov

    System for Award Management - the official federal government system for contractor registration.

  • Size Standard

    SBA threshold for qualifying as small business in an industry.

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