Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment
What this code covers
Use this class for manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment when the main activity includes Manufacture of desktop computers and Manufacture of laptop computers. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Official NACE Rev. 2.1 labels and explanatory notes are imported from the source dataset. Plain-language explanations are shown separately so readers can compare interpretation with the source text.
No child codes; this is a class-level code.
- This class includes the manufacture and/or assembly of electronic computers (for example, mainframes, desktop computers, laptops, computer servers); computer peripheral equipment (for example, storage devices, input/output devices, such as printers, monitors, keyboards). Computers can be analogue, digital, or hybrid. Digital computers, the most common type, are devices that do all of the following: (1) store the processing program or programs and the data immediately necessary for the execution of a program, (2) can be freely programmed in accordance with the requirements of the user, (3) perform arithmetical computations specified by the user and (4) execute, without human intervention, a processing program that requires the computer to modify its execution by logical decision during the processing run. Analogue computers are capable of simulating mathematical models and comprise at least analogue control and programming elements.
- manufacture of desktop computers
- manufacture of laptop computers
- manufacture of mainframe computers
- reproduction of recorded media (computer media, sound, video, etc.), see 18.20
- manufacture of electronic components and electronic assemblies used in computers and peripherals, see 26.1
- manufacture of computer modems, see 26.12
- manufacture of interface cards, modules and assemblies, see 26.12
- Compare with 18.20, 26.1, 26.12 when the main activity overlaps another code.
- Review the Rev. 2 to Rev. 2.1 mapping type before migrating old records.
- Check national equivalent caveats before using this code for local registration or filing workflows.
- If the main revenue activity appears in an exclusion, compare the alternative code before deciding.
Use this guide as classification support, not legal, tax, filing, or regulatory advice.
- - This class includes the manufacture and/or assembly of electronic computers (for example, mainframes, desktop computers, laptops, computer servers); computer peripheral equipment (for example, storage devices, input/output devices, such as printers, monitors, keyboards). Computers can be analogue, digital, or hybrid. Digital computers, the most common type, are devices that do all of the following: (1) store the processing program or programs and the data immediately necessary for the execution of a program, (2) can be freely programmed in accordance with the requirements of the user, (3) perform arithmetical computations specified by the user and (4) execute, without human intervention, a processing program that requires the computer to modify its execution by logical decision during the processing run. Analogue computers are capable of simulating mathematical models and comprise at least analogue control and programming elements.
- - manufacture of desktop computers
- - manufacture of laptop computers
- - manufacture of mainframe computers
- - manufacture of handheld computers
- - manufacture of magnetic disk drives, flash drives and other storage devices
- - manufacture of optical disc drives for computers
- - manufacture of printers
- - manufacture of monitors
- - manufacture of keyboards
- - manufacture of all types of mice, joysticks, and trackball accessories
- - manufacture of dedicated computer terminals
- - manufacture of computer servers
- - manufacture of scanners, including barcode scanners
- - manufacture of smart card readers
- - manufacture of computer projectors (video beamers)
- - manufacture of toner cartridges
- - manufacture of computer terminals, like automatic teller machines (ATMs) and point-of-sale (POS) terminals, not mechanically operated
- - manufacture of multifunction office equipment performing two or more of the following functions (e.g. printing, scanning, copying, telefaxing)
- - refilling of ink cartridges
- - reproduction of recorded media (computer media, sound, video, etc.), see 18.20
- - manufacture of electronic components and electronic assemblies used in computers and peripherals, see 26.1
- - manufacture of computer modems, see 26.12
- - manufacture of interface cards, modules and assemblies, see 26.12
- - manufacture of printed circuit boards loaded with passive elements, see 26.12
- - manufacture of modems, carrier equipment, see 26.30
- - manufacture of digital communication switches, data communication equipment (e.g. bridges, routers, gateways), see 26.30
- - manufacture of consumer electronic devices (e.g. CD players, DVD players, Blu-ray players), see 26.40
- - manufacture of television monitors and displays, see 26.40
- - manufacture of video game consoles, see 26.40
- - manufacture of blank optical and magnetic media for use with computers or other devices, see 26.70
- - refilling of ink and toner cartridges by retail sellers, see 47.40
- - Manufacture of desktop computers
- - Manufacture of laptop computers
- - Manufacture of mainframe computers
- - Manufacture of handheld computers
- - Reproduction of recorded media (computer media, sound, video, etc.)
- - Manufacture of electronic components and electronic assemblies used in computers and peripherals
- - Manufacture of computer modems
- - Manufacture of interface cards, modules and assemblies
What is NACE 26.20 used for?
Use NACE 26.20 for manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment when the main activity matches this scope: Use this class for manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment when the main activity includes Manufacture of desktop computers and Manufacture of laptop computers. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
What are typical examples for 26.20?
Typical examples include Manufacture of desktop computers, Manufacture of laptop computers, and Manufacture of mainframe computers.
When might 26.20 not be the right code?
Review another code when the activity is closer to reproduction of recorded media (computer media, sound, video, etc.), see 18.20 and manufacture of electronic components and electronic assemblies used in computers and peripherals, see 26.1.
Which codes should I compare before choosing 26.20?
Compare 26.20 with 18.20 Reproduction of recorded media, 26.1 Manufacture of electronic components and boards, and 26.12 Manufacture of loaded electronic boards when the activity description is ambiguous.
Use this class for reproduction of recorded media when the main activity includes Reproduction from master copies of gramophone records, compact discs and tapes with music, or other sound recordings and Reproduction from master copies of records, compact discs and tapes with motion pictures, and other video recordings. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for the broader activity area of manufacture of electronic components and boards, including Manufacture of electronic components and Manufacture of loaded electronic boards. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.
Use this class for manufacture of loaded electronic boards when the main activity includes Manufacture of loaded printed circuit boards consisting of conductor elements, contacts and other passive elements and Loading of passive elements (components) onto printed circuit boards. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for manufacture of communication equipment when the main activity includes Manufacture of central office switching equipment and Manufacture of cordless telephones. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for manufacture of consumer electronics when the main activity includes Manufacture of video recorders and duplicating equipment and Manufacture of televisions. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for manufacture of optical instruments, magnetic and optical media and photographic equipment when the main activity includes Manufacture of optical mirrors and Manufacture of optical gun-sighting equipment. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this class for retail sale of information and communication equipment when the main activity includes Retail sale of computers and Retail sale of computer peripheral equipment (e.g. printers, photocopiers, interactive whiteboards, videoconferencing equipment). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.
Use this group for the broader activity area of manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, including Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.
Rev. 2 code 26.20 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 26.20 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, 26.40 Manufacture of consumer electronics.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.
Rev. 2 code 28.23 can map to more than one Rev. 2.1 class: 26.20 Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment, 28.23 Manufacture of office machinery and equipment, except computers and peripheral equipment.
Official close match imported from NACE Rev. 2.1.
Datasets, CRM segments, KYC rules, reporting logic, and historical joins may need review because the activity scope is not a simple unchanged carry-over.
Review the official explanatory notes for each target code and confirm whether the business activity still fits the suggested Rev. 2.1 class.