484230 — Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing long-distance specialized trucking. These establishments provide trucking between metropolitan areas that may cross North American country borders.
Illustrative Examples
- Long-distance automobile carrier trucking
- Long-distance refrigerated product trucking
- Long-distance bulk liquid trucking
- Long-distance trucking of waste
- Long-distance hazardous material trucking
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing local specialized freight trucking (except used goods)--are classified in Industry 484220,
- Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local;
- Providing long-distance general freight trucking, including all North American international travel--are
- classified in Industry 48412, General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance;
- Providing trucking of used household and office goods--are classified in Industry 484210, Used Household
- and Office Goods Moving;
- Collecting and/or hauling hazardous waste, nonhazardous waste, and/or recyclable materials within a local
- area--are classified in Industry 56211, Waste Collection;
- Providing independent truck driving services (except owner-operators)--are classified in Industry 488490,
- Other Support Activities for Road Transportation; and
- Providing hot shot oil field services (on- and off-road) on a contract basis--are classified in U.S. Industry
- 213112, Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 484230 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 11,462 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 484200 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 484 → 4842 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4213 - Trucking, Except Local (via SIC1987:4213→NAICS1997:48423→2002:484230→2007:484230→2012:484230→2017:484230→2022:484230)
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 V301 — Relocation Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 484230:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- 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.
Related Industries in 4842
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 484230 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 484230 is 'Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 484230?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 484230 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 484230?
NAICS code 484230 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4213 - Trucking, Except Local.