332215 — Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal kitchen cookware (except by casting (e.g., cast iron skillets) or stamped without further fabrication), utensils, and/or nonprecious and precious plated metal cutlery and flatware (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing precious (except precious plated) metal cutlery and flatware--are classified in Industry
- 339910, Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing electric razors and hair clippers for use on humans--are classified in Industry 335210, Small
- Electrical Appliance Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing power hedge shears and trimmers--are classified in U.S. Industry 333112, Lawn and Garden
- Tractor and Home Lawn and Garden Equipment Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing nonelectric hair clippers for use on animals--are classified in U.S. Industry 332216, Saw
- Blade and Handtool Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing finished cast iron kitchen utensils and cookware (i.e., cast iron skillets) and castings for
- kitchen utensils and cookware--are classified in Industry Group 3315, Foundries; and
- Manufacturing stampings for kitchen utensils, pots, and pans--are classified in U.S. Industry 332119, Metal
- Crown, Closure, and Other Metal Stamping (except Automotive).
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 3421 - Cutlery (via SIC1987:3421→NAICS1997:332211→2002:332211→2007:332211→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
- SIC 3469 - Metal Stampings, NEC (via SIC1987:3469→NAICS1997:332214→2002:332214→2007:332214→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
- SIC 3914 - Silverware, Plated Ware, and Stainless Steel Ware (via SIC1987:3914→NAICS1997:332211→2002:332211→2007:332211→2012:332215→2017:332215→2022:332215)
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 7310 — Food Cooking, Baking, and Serving Equipment
- PSC 7320 — Kitchen Equipment and Appliances
- PSC 7330 — Kitchen Hand Tools and Utensils
- PSC 7340 — Cutlery and Flatware
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 332215 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 332215 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing' under Sector 31-33 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 332215? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 1,000 employees for NAICS code 332215 (Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 332215? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 332215 (Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) Manufacturing) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 3421 - Cutlery, 3469 - Metal Stampings, NEC, 3914 - Silverware, Plated Ware, and Stainless Steel Ware.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 332215:
- 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 332215 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Metal Kitchen Cookware, Utensil, Cutlery, and Flatware (except Precious) 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.