Next, we will present the types of establishments to which the NAICS code 488991 applies and their respective classification. This code is used to categorize specific activities within the economy, providing a clear view of the sectors they cover.
Description NAICS Code 488991 – Packing and Crating
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in packing, crating, and otherwise preparing goods for transportation.
NAICS code 488991 includes:
- Crating goods for shipping
- Packing and preparing goods for shipping
- Preparing goods for transportation (i.e., crating, packing)
NAICS Code 488991 does not include the following references:
- Providing packaging and labeling services (except warehousing)–are classified in Industry 561910, Packaging and Labeling Services;
- Providing warehousing services–are classified in Industry Group 4931, Warehousing and Storage; and
- Providing packing and crating services for agricultural products–are classified in U.S. Industry 115114, Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning).
