2007 NAICS Definitions
424 Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

424 Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

Industries in the Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods subsector sell nondurable goods to other businesses. Nondurable goods are items generally with a normal life expectancy of less than three years. Nondurable goods merchant wholesale trade establishments are engaged in wholesaling products, such as paper and paper products, chemicals and chemical products, drugs, textiles and textile products, apparel, footwear, groceries, farm products, petroleum and petroleum products, alcoholic beverages, books, magazines, newspapers, flowers and nursery stock, and tobacco products.

The detailed industries within the subsector are organized in the classification structure based on the products sold.

4241 Paper and Paper Product Merchant Wholesalers

42411 Printing and Writing Paper Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424110 below.

424110 Printing and Writing Paper Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of bulk printing and/or writing paper generally on rolls for further processing.

Illustrative Examples:

Bulk envelope paper merchant wholesalers Bulk paper (e.g., fine, printing, writing) merchant wholesalers Bulk groundwood paper merchant wholesalers

42412 Stationery and Office Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424120 below.

424120 Stationery and Office Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of stationery, office supplies, and/or gift wrap.

Illustrative Examples:

Computer paper supplies merchant wholesalers Photocopy supplies merchant wholesalers Envelope merchant wholesalers Social stationery merchant wholesalers File cards and folders merchant wholesalers Typewriter paper merchant wholesalers Greeting cards merchant wholesalers Writing pens merchant wholesalers Pencils merchant wholesalers

42413 Industrial and Personal Service Paper Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424130 below.

424130 Industrial and Personal Service Paper Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of kraft wrapping and other coarse paper, paperboard, converted paper (except stationery and office supplies), and/or related disposable plastics products.

Illustrative Examples:

Disposable plastics eating utensils merchant wholesalers Paper napkins merchant wholesalers Paper and disposable plastics dishes merchant wholesalers Paperboard and disposable plastics boxes merchant wholesalers Paper and disposable plastics shipping supplies merchant wholesalers Plastics bags merchant wholesalers Paper bags merchant wholesalers Sanitary paper products merchant wholesalers

4242 Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers

42421 Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424210 below.

424210 Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of biological and medical products; botanical drugs and herbs; and pharmaceutical products intended for internal and external consumption in such forms as ampoules, tablets, capsules, vials, ointments, powders, solutions, and suspensions.

Illustrative Examples:

Antibiotics merchant wholesalers Endocrine substances merchant wholesalers Blood derivatives merchant wholesalers In-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics merchant wholesalers Botanicals merchant wholesalers Vaccines merchant wholesalers Cosmetics merchant wholesalers Vitamins merchant wholesalers

4243 Apparel, Piece Goods, and Notions Merchant Wholesalers

42431 Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424310 below.

424310 Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of piece goods, fabrics, knitting yarns (except industrial), thread and other notions, and/or hair accessories.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42432 Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424320 below.

424320 Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of men's and/or boys' clothing and furnishings.

Illustrative Examples:

Men's and boys' hosiery merchant wholesalers Men's and boys' suits merchant wholesalers Men's and boys' nightwear merchant wholesalers Men's and boys' underwear merchant wholesalers Men's and boys' sportswear merchant wholesalers Men's and boys' work clothing merchant wholesalers

42433 Women's, Children's, and Infants' Clothing and Accessories Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424330 below.

424330 Women's, Children's, and Infants' Clothing and Accessories Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of (1) women's, children's, infants', and/or unisex clothing and accessories and/or (2) fur clothing.

Illustrative Examples:

Dresses merchant wholesalers Millinery merchant wholesalers Fur clothing merchant wholesalers Women's, children's, and infants' hosiery merchant wholesalers Lingerie merchant wholesalers

42434 Footwear Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424340 below.

424340 Footwear Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of footwear (including athletic) of leather, rubber, and other materials.

4244 Grocery and Related Product Merchant Wholesalers

42441 General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424410 below.

424410 General Line Grocery Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of a general line (wide range) of groceries.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of a specialized line of groceries are classified elsewhere in Sector 42, Wholesale Trade, according to the product sold.

42442 Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424420 below.

424420 Packaged Frozen Food Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of packaged frozen foods (except dairy products).

Illustrative Examples:

Frozen bakery products merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen fish merchant wholesalers Frozen juices merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen meats merchant wholesalers Frozen vegetables merchant wholesalers Packaged frozen poultry merchant wholesalers

42443 Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424430 below.

424430 Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of dairy products (except dried or canned).

Illustrative Examples:

Butter merchant wholesalers Fluid milk (except canned) merchant wholesalers Cheese merchant wholesalers Ice cream and ices merchant wholesalers Cream merchant wholesalers Yogurt merchant wholesalers

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42444 Poultry and Poultry Product Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424440 below.

424440 Poultry and Poultry Product Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of poultry and/or poultry products (except canned and packaged frozen).

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42445 Confectionery Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424450 below.

424450 Confectionery Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of confectioneries; salted or roasted nuts; popcorn; potato, corn, and similar chips; and/or fountain fruits and syrups.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42446 Fish and Seafood Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424460 below.

424460 Fish and Seafood Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of fish and seafood (except canned or packaged frozen).

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42447 Meat and Meat Product Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424470 below.

424470 Meat and Meat Product Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of meats and meat products (except canned and packaged frozen) and/or lard.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42448 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424480 below.

424480 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables.

42449 Other Grocery and Related Products Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424490 below.

424490 Other Grocery and Related Products Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of groceries and related products (except a general line of groceries); packaged frozen food; dairy products (except dried and canned); poultry products (except canned); confectioneries; fish and seafood (except canned); meat products (except canned); and fresh fruits and vegetables). Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in the bottling and merchant wholesale distribution of spring and mineral waters processed by others.

Illustrative Examples:

Bakery products (except frozen) merchant wholesalers Canned seafood merchant wholesalers Canned fish merchant wholesalers Canned vegetables merchant wholesalers Canned fruits merchant wholesalers Dried milk merchant wholesalers Canned meats merchant wholesalers Soft drinks merchant wholesalers Canned milk merchant wholesalers

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

4245 Farm Product Raw Material Merchant Wholesalers

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of agricultural products (except raw milk, live poultry, and fresh fruit and vegetables), such as grains, field beans, livestock, and other farm product raw materials (excluding seeds).

42451 Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424510 below.

424510 Grain and Field Bean Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of grains, such as corn, wheat, oats, barley, and unpolished rice; dry beans; and soybeans and other inedible beans. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in operating country or terminal grain elevators primarily for the purpose of wholesaling.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42452 Livestock Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424520 below.

424520 Livestock Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of livestock (except horses and mules).

Illustrative Examples:

Cattle merchant wholesalers Hogs merchant wholesalers Goats merchant wholesalers Sheep merchant wholesalers

42459 Other Farm Product Raw Material Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424590 below.

424590 Other Farm Product Raw Material Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of farm products (except grain and field beans, livestock, raw milk, live poultry, and fresh fruits and vegetables).

Illustrative Examples:

Chicks merchant wholesalers Mules merchant wholesalers Hides merchant wholesalers Raw cotton merchant wholesalers Horses merchant wholesalers Raw pelts merchant wholesalers Leaf tobacco merchant wholesalers

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

4246 Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of chemicals, plastics materials and basic forms and shapes, and allied products.

42461 Plastics Materials and Basic Forms and Shapes Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424610 below.

424610 Plastics Materials and Basic Forms and Shapes Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of plastics materials and resins, and unsupported plastics film, sheet, sheeting, rod, tube, and other basic forms and shapes.

42469 Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424690 below.

424690 Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of chemicals and allied products (except agricultural and medicinal chemicals, paints and varnishes, fireworks, and plastics materials and basic forms and shapes).

Illustrative Examples:

Acids merchant wholesalers Industrial chemicals merchant wholesalers Automotive chemicals (except lubricating oils and greases) merchant wholesalers Industrial salts merchant wholesalers Dyestuffs merchant wholesalers Rosins merchant wholesalers Explosives (except ammunition and fireworks) merchant wholesalers Turpentine merchant wholesalers

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

4247 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Merchant Wholesalers

42471 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals

See industry description for 424710 below.

424710 Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals

This industry comprises establishments with bulk liquid storage facilities primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of crude petroleum and petroleum products, including liquefied petroleum gas.

42472 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Merchant Wholesalers (except Bulk Stations and Terminals)

See industry description for 424720 below.

424720 Petroleum and Petroleum Products Merchant Wholesalers (except Bulk Stations and Terminals)

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of petroleum and petroleum products (except from bulk liquid storage facilities).

Illustrative Examples:

Bottled liquid petroleum gas merchant wholesalers Gasoline merchant wholesalers (except bulk stations, terminals) Fuel oil merchant wholesalers (except bulk stations, terminals) Lubricating oil and grease merchant wholesalers (except bulk stations, terminals)

4248 Beer, Wine, and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers

42481 Beer and Ale Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424810 below.

424810 Beer and Ale Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of beer, ale, porter, and other fermented malt beverages.

42482 Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424820 below.

424820 Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of wine, distilled alcoholic beverages, and/or neutral spirits and ethyl alcohol used in blended wines and distilled liquors.

4249 Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of nondurable goods, such as farm supplies; books, periodicals and newspapers; flowers; nursery stock; paints; varnishes; tobacco and tobacco products; and other miscellaneous nondurable goods, such as cut Christmas trees and pet supplies.

42491 Farm Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424910 below.

424910 Farm Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of farm supplies, such as animal feeds, fertilizers, agricultural chemicals, pesticides, plant seeds, and plant bulbs.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42492 Book, Periodical, and Newspaper Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424920 below.

424920 Book, Periodical, and Newspaper Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of books, periodicals, and newspapers.

42493 Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424930 below.

424930 Flower, Nursery Stock, and Florists' Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of flowers, florists' supplies, and/or nursery stock (except plant seeds and plant bulbs).

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

42494 Tobacco and Tobacco Product Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424940 below.

424940 Tobacco and Tobacco Product Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of tobacco products, such as cigarettes, snuff, cigars, and pipe tobacco.

42495 Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424950 below.

424950 Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of paints, varnishes, and similar coatings; pigments; wallpaper; and supplies, such as paint brushes and rollers.

42499 Other Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers

See industry description for 424990 below.

424990 Other Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of nondurable goods (except printing and writing paper; stationery and office supplies; industrial and personal service paper; drugs and druggists' sundries; apparel, piece goods, and notions; grocery and related products; farm product raw materials; chemical and allied products; petroleum and petroleum products; beer, wine, and distilled alcoholic beverages; farm supplies; books, periodicals and newspapers; flower, nursery stock and florists' supplies; tobacco and tobacco products; and paint, varnishes, wallpaper, and supplies).

Illustrative Examples:

Artists' supplies merchant wholesalers Pet supplies (except pet food) merchant wholesalers Burlap merchant wholesalers Statuary goods (except religious) merchant wholesalers Christmas trees merchant wholesalers Textile bags merchant wholesalers Industrial yarn merchant wholesalers

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--