311821 — Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing cookies, crackers, and other products, such as ice cream cones.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Preparing and selling bakery products (e.g., cookies, pretzels) for immediate consumption--are classified in
- U.S. Industry 722515, Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars;
- Retailing bakery products not for immediate consumption made elsewhere--are classified in U.S. Industry
- 445291, Baked Goods Retailers;
- Manufacturing bakery products (e.g., breads, cookies, pies)--are classified in Industry 31181, Bread and
- Bakery Product Manufacturing; and
- Manufacturing pretzels (except soft)--are classified in U.S. Industry 311919, Other Snack Food
- Manufacturing.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 311821 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,250 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 461 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 311800 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3118 |
| 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 2052 - Cookies and Crackers (via SIC1987:2052→NAICS1997:311821→2002:311821→2007:311821→2012:311821→2017:311821→2022:311821)
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 8920 — Bakery and Cereal Products
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311821:
- Sector 31-33 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Manufacturing 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 3118
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 311821 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 311821 is 'Cookie and Cracker Manufacturing', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,250 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 311821?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311821 is 1,250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311821?
NAICS code 311821 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2052 - Cookies and Crackers.