112120 — Dairy Cattle and Milk Production
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in milking dairy cattle.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Raising dairy herd replacements--are classified in U.S. Industry 112111, Beef Cattle Ranching and
- Farming; and
- Milking goats--are classified in Industry 112420, Goat Farming.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 112120 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Dairy Cattle and Milk Production |
| SBA Size Standard | $3,750,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | Not disclosed (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 112120 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 11 → 112 → 1121 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 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 0241 - Dairy Farms (via SIC1987:0241→NAICS1997:11212→2002:112120→2007:112120→2012:112120→2017:112120→2022:112120)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC 8810 — Live Animals, Raised for Food
- PSC 8910 — Dairy Foods and Eggs
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 112120:
- Sector 11 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting 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 1121
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 112120 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 112120 is 'Dairy Cattle and Milk Production', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 11 (Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting); the SBA small-business size standard is $3,750,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 112120?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 112120 is $3,750,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 112120?
NAICS code 112120 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 0241 - Dairy Farms.