524126 — Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in initially underwriting (i.e., assuming the risk and assigning premiums) insurance policies that protect policyholders against losses that may occur as a result of property damage or liability (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Illustrative Examples
- Automobile insurance carriers, direct
- Malpractice insurance carriers, direct
- Fidelity insurance carriers, direct
- Mortgage guaranty insurance carriers, direct
- Homeowners' insurance carriers, direct
- Surety insurance carriers, direct
- Liability insurance carriers, direct
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 6331 - Fire, Marine, and Casualty Insurance (via SIC1987:6331→NAICS1997:524126→2002:524126→2007:524126→2012:524126→2017:524126→2022:524126)
- SIC 6351 - Surety Insurance (via SIC1987:6351→NAICS1997:524126→2002:524126→2007:524126→2012:524126→2017:524126→2022:524126)
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 G009 — Non-Government Insurance Programs
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 524126 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 524126 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers' under Sector 52 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 524126? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of 1,500 employees for NAICS code 524126 (Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers), calculated based on employees.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 524126? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 524126 (Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 6331 - Fire, Marine, and Casualty Insurance, 6351 - Surety Insurance.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 524126:
- Sector 52 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Finance and Insurance sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 524126 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Direct Property and Casualty Insurance Carriers).
- 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.