332117 — Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing powder metallurgy products using any of the various powder metallurgy processing techniques, such as pressing and sintering or metal injection molding. Establishments in this industry generally make a wide range of parts on a job or order basis (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 3499 - Fabricated Metal Products, NEC (via SIC1987:3499→NAICS1997:332117→2002:332117→2007:332117→2012:332117→2017:332117→2022:332117)
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 3446 — Forging Machinery and Hammers
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 332117 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 332117 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing' under Sector 31-33 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 332117? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 550 employees for NAICS code 332117 (Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 332117? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 332117 (Powder Metallurgy Part Manufacturing) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 3499 - Fabricated Metal Products, NEC.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 332117:
- 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 332117 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Powder Metallurgy Part 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.