811192 — Car Washes
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in cleaning, washing, and/or waxing automotive vehicles, such as passenger cars, trucks, and vans, and trailers (as defined in the official U.S. Census Bureau 2022 NAICS Manual).
Illustrative Examples
- Automotive detail shops
- Mobile car and truck washes
- Car washes
- Self-service car washes
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 7542 - Carwashes (via SIC1987:7542→NAICS1997:811192→2002:811192→2007:811192→2012:811192→2017:811192→2022:811192)
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 4910 — Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 811192 valid in 2022? ▾
Yes, 811192 is a valid 6-digit 2022 NAICS national industry code representing 'Car Washes' under Sector 81 in the official classification index.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS code 811192? ▾
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has established a small business size standard of $9,000,000 for NAICS code 811192 (Car Washes), calculated based on receipts.
What is the legacy SIC equivalent for NAICS 811192? ▾
According to official Census Bureau concordance tables, NAICS code 811192 (Car Washes) maps to legacy 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes: 7542 - Carwashes.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 811192:
- Sector 81 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Other Services (except Public Administration) sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- NAICS 811192 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Car Washes).
- IRS PBA Code for Auto Detailing — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Car Wash — 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.