486210 — Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the pipeline transportation of natural gas from processing plants to local distribution systems. This industry includes the storage of natural gas because the storage is usually done by the pipeline establishment and because a pipeline is inherently a network in which all the nodes are interdependent.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Operating oil and gas field gathering lines--are classified in Sector 21, Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas
- Extraction; and
- Providing natural gas to the end consumer--are classified in Industry 221210, Natural Gas Distribution.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 486210 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas |
| SBA Size Standard | $41,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 1,908 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 486000 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 486 → 4862 |
| 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 4922 - Natural Gas Transmission (via SIC1987:4922→NAICS1997:48621→2002:486210→2007:486210→2012:486210→2017:486210→2022:486210)
- SIC 4923 - Natural Gas Transmission and Distribution (via SIC1987:4923→NAICS1997:48621→2002:486210→2007:486210→2012:486210→2017:486210→2022:486210)
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 V999 — Other Transportation Travel and Relocation Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 486210:
- 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 4862
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 486210 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 486210 is 'Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $41,500,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 486210?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 486210 is $41,500,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 486210?
NAICS code 486210 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4922 - Natural Gas Transmission, 4923 - Natural Gas Transmission and Distribution.