423930 — Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of automotive scrap, industrial scrap, and other recyclable materials. Included in this industry are auto wreckers primarily engaged in dismantling motor vehicles for the purpose of wholesaling scrap (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Dismantling motor vehicles for the purpose of selling used parts--are classified in Industry 423140, Motor
- Vehicle Parts (Used) Merchant Wholesalers; and
- Operating facilities where commingled recyclable materials, such as paper, plastics, used beverage cans,
- and metals, are sorted into distinct categories--are classified in Industry 562920, Materials Recovery
- Facilities.
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 5093 - Scrap and Waste Materials (via SIC1987:5093→NAICS1997:42193→2002:423930→2007:423930→2012:423930→2017:423930→2022:423930)
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 L078 — Technical Representation Services: Recreational and Athletic Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 423930 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 423930 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers' under Sector 42 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 423930? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 125 employees for NAICS code 423930 (Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 423930? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 423930 (Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 5093 - Scrap and Waste Materials.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423930:
- 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 423930 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers).
- IRS PBA Code for Recycling — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- 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.