423110 — Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of new and used passenger automobiles, trucks, trailers, and other motor vehicles, such as motorcycles, motor homes, and snowmobiles (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 5012 - Automobiles and Other Motor Vehicles (via SIC1987:5012→NAICS1997:42111→2002:423110→2007:423110→2012:423110→2017:423110→2022:423110)
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 H223 — Equipment and Materials Testing: Ground Effect Vehicles, Motor Vehicles, Trailers, and Cycles
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 423110 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 423110 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers' under Sector 42 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 423110? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 250 employees for NAICS code 423110 (Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 423110? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 423110 (Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 5012 - Automobiles and Other Motor Vehicles.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423110:
- Sector 42 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Wholesale Trade sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 423110 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers).
- 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.