423430 — Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of computers, computer peripheral equipment, loaded computer boards, and/or computer software (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Merchant wholesale distribution of modems, routers, printed circuit boards, semiconductor devices, and
- other electronic communications equipment--are classified in Industry 423690, Other Electronic Parts and
- Equipment Merchant Wholesalers; and
- Selling, planning, and designing computer systems that integrate computer hardware, software, and
- communication technologies--are classified in U.S. Industry 541512, Computer Systems Design Services.
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 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software (via SIC1987:5045→NAICS1997:42143→2002:423430→2007:423430→2012:423430→2017:423430→2022:423430)
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 L053 — Technical Representation Services: Hardware and Abrasives
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 423430 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 423430 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers' under Sector 42 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 423430? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 250 employees for NAICS code 423430 (Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 423430? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 423430 (Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 5045 - Computers and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423430:
- 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 423430 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software 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.