SIC 8734 — Testing Laboratories
Description & Classification
SIC code 8734 representing 'Testing Laboratories' 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 541940 - Veterinary Services (via SIC1987:8734→NAICS1997:54194→2002:541940→2007:541940→2012:541940→2017:541940→2022:541940)
- NAICS 541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services (via SIC1987:8734→NAICS1997:54138→2002:541380→2007:541380→2012:541380→2017:541380→2022:541380)
Classification Details
| SIC Code | 8734 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Testing Laboratories |
| Division | Division I: Services |
| Major Group | Major Group 87: Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, and Related Services |
| Source / Verified | US Census 1987 SIC Concordance / 2026-06-28 |
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for legacy SIC code 8734:
- 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 Major Group 87 Hub — View other legacy industries in this business division.
Related Industries in Major Group 87
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What industry does SIC code 8734 represent?
SIC 8734 is 'Testing Laboratories', a 4-digit Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code under Major Group 87: Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, and Related Services (Division I: Services); it maps to modern 2022 NAICS code(s): 541940 (Veterinary Services), 541380 (Testing Laboratories and Services).
What is the modern 2022 NAICS mapping for SIC 8734?
SIC code 8734 maps to modern NAICS codes: 541940 - Veterinary Services, 541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services.