488991 — Packing and Crating
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in packing, crating, and otherwise preparing goods for transportation (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing packaging and labeling services (except warehousing)--are classified in Industry 561910,
- Packaging and Labeling Services;
- Providing warehousing services--are classified in Industry Group 4931, Warehousing and Storage; and
- Providing packing and crating services for agricultural products--are classified in U.S. Industry 115114,
- Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning).
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 4783 - Packing and Crating (via SIC1987:4783→NAICS1997:488991→2002:488991→2007:488991→2012:488991→2017:488991→2022:488991)
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 H323 — Inspection and Laboratory Services (except medical/dental): 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 488991 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 488991 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Packing and Crating' under Sector 48-49 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 488991? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $34,000,000 for NAICS code 488991 (Packing and Crating), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 488991? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 488991 (Packing and Crating) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 4783 - Packing and Crating.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 488991:
- 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.
- NAICS 488991 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Packing and Crating).
- 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.