325920 — Explosives Manufacturing
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing explosives (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Overview Facts
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 2892 - Explosives (via SIC1987:2892→NAICS1997:32592→2002:325920→2007:325920→2012:325920→2017:325920→2022:325920)
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 1351 — Underwater Mine Explosive Components
- PSC 1353 — Complete explosive devices, including destructive charge.
- PSC 1356 — Torpedo Explosive Components
- PSC 1361 — Depth Charge Explosive Components
- PSC 1375 — Demolition Materials
- PSC 1376 — Bulk Explosives
- PSC 1376 — Bulk Explosives
- PSC 1377 — Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 325920 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 325920 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Explosives Manufacturing' under Sector 31-33 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 325920? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 750 employees for NAICS code 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 325920? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 325920 (Explosives Manufacturing) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 2892 - Explosives.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 325920:
- 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.
- NAICS 325920 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Explosives Manufacturing).
- 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.