SIC 2711 — Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing
Official OSHA SIC Manual Definition
Establishments primarily engaged in publishing newspapers, or in publishing and printing newspapers. These establishments carry on the various operations necessary for issuing newspapers, including the gathering of news and the preparation of editorials and advertisements, but may or may not perform their own printing. Commercial printing is frequently carried on by establishments engaged in publishing and printing newspapers, but, even though the commercial printing may be of major importance, such establishments are included in this industry. Establishments not engaged in publishing newspapers, but which print newspapers for publishers, are classified in Industry Group 275. News syndicates are classified in Services, Industry 7383.
Description & Classification
SIC code 2711 representing 'Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing' is an industry category in the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system under U.S. OSHA and Federal procurement registers.
Modern NAICS Crosswalk
Trace the modern equivalent classifications in the 2022 North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) database:
- NAICS 513110 - Newspaper Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:511110→2007:511110→2012:511110→2017:511110→2022:513110)
- NAICS 513120 - Periodical Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:513120)
- NAICS 513199 - All Other Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:513199)
- NAICS 516210 - Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:516210)
- NAICS 519290 - Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:519290)
- NAICS 513140 - Directory and Mailing List Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:513140)
- NAICS 513191 - Greeting Card Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:513191)
- NAICS 513130 - Book Publishers (via SIC1987:2711→NAICS1997:51111→2002:516110→2007:519130→2012:519130→2017:519130→2022:513130)
Classification Details
| SIC Code | 2711 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing |
| Division | Division D: Manufacturing |
| Major Group | Major Group 27: Printing, Publishing, and Allied Industries |
| JSON Endpoint | View as JSON · API → |
| Source / Verified | US Census 1987 SIC Concordance / 2026-08-08 |
SIC vs NAICS Compliance & Common Mismatches
Legacy SIC code 2711 classifies commercial operations based on primary end-product or service output under the 1987 federal framework. In contrast, modern 2022 NAICS codes group establishments based on production process inputs.
When submitting public disclosures to SEC EDGAR or determining OSHA workplace safety log recordkeeping exemptions (29 CFR Part 1904), rely strictly on the official OSHA 4-digit SIC classification rather than an automated commercial translation.
💡 Expert Guidance: SIC to NAICS Conversion
Common Compliance Mistake: Many contractors and B2B analysts confuse legacy 4-digit SIC codes like 2711 with modern 6-digit NAICS codes. Ensure that you use the correct active 2022 NAICS code (e.g. from the crosswalk below) when submitting representations on SAM.gov, as federal contracting officers only accept modern NAICS codes.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for legacy SIC code 2711:
- SIC Codes Complete Compliance Guide — Detailed history and active legal applications of the SIC classification framework.
- Why Legacy SIC Codes Persist Guide — How credit systems and the SEC still rely on SIC metadata.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Trace industrial code conversions dynamically.
- SIC 2711 to NAICS Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to modern NAICS codes (Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing).
- SIC Major Group 27 Hub — View other legacy industries in this business division.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What industry sector is represented by legacy SIC code 2711? ▾
Legacy SIC code 2711 represents 'Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing', categorized under Division Division D: Manufacturing and Major Group Major Group 27: Printing, Publishing, and Allied Industries. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system was developed in the late 1930s.
What is the modern 2022 NAICS equivalent for legacy SIC 2711? ▾
Legacy SIC code 2711 maps to the modern 2022 NAICS industry classifications: NAICS 513110 (Newspaper Publishers), NAICS 513120 (Periodical Publishers), NAICS 513199 (All Other Publishers), NAICS 516210 (Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers), NAICS 519290 (Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services), NAICS 513140 (Directory and Mailing List Publishers), NAICS 513191 (Greeting Card Publishers), NAICS 513130 (Book Publishers). Mappings are resolved transitively across successive updates to handle splits.
Why do credit agencies and banks still reference legacy SIC code 2711? ▾
Registries like Dun & Bradstreet, insurance underwriters, and private platforms retain SIC code 2711 because their historical financial risk data and scoring models are indexed using the legacy 4-digit SIC framework.
Does the SEC EDGAR system allow searching public filings by SIC 2711? ▾
Yes. The SEC Division of Corporation Finance assigns a primary 4-digit SIC code to public companies. You can search the EDGAR database using SIC code 2711 to group reporting peer firms.
How do OSHA safety recordkeeping rules apply to SIC code 2711? ▾
Under 29 CFR Part 1904 safety regulations, OSHA references legacy SIC codes including 2711 to determine if a physical establishment is required to maintain daily injury logs (Form 300) or is partially exempt.
What is the structural difference between SIC 2711 and NAICS codes? ▾
SIC code 2711 classifies establishments based on their final product output or market destination (what they sell), while modern NAICS codes classify them based on production processes and inputs (how they work).
What are the typical business activities classified under legacy SIC 2711? ▾
Typical business activities classified under legacy SIC 2711 are the operations associated with 'Newspapers: Publishing, or Publishing and Printing'. Mapped modern NAICS codes can be referenced for specific current examples.
Is legacy SIC code 2711 uniform across all 50 U.S. states? ▾
Yes, the Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system, including code 2711, was published as a federal standard and remains uniform nationwide. It is still referenced by various state workers' compensation boards and departments of labor.
Sources & References
- U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA): OSHA Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Manual — Code 2711
- U.S. Census Bureau: 1987 SIC to 2022 NAICS Concordance Tables
- Federal Reserve Board: Industrial Production & Capacity Utilization Classifications
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Schedule C Principal Business Activity (PBA) Industry Concordance
- Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Standard Industrial Classification Systems Governance