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Use this group for the broader activity area of warehousing and storage, including Warehousing and storage. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.

Use this class for warehousing and storage when the main activity includes Operation of storage and warehouse facilities for all kinds of goods: and Operation of grain silos. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this section for tRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE when the main activity includes The section also includes associated activities (for example, operation of terminal and parking facilities, cargo handling, warehousing and storage, such as the operation of silos, merchandise warehouses, storage tanks). Transport activities classified in divisions 49, 50, 51 and 53 often involve related activities (for example, packaging, goods handling operations, temporary crating, sampling and weighing of goods) which solely support the transport activities. These supporting activities are only to be classified in division 52 if they are performed on behalf of others. and Intermediation services that link customers to transport service providers, except for division 79. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this division for warehousing, storage and support activities for transportation when the main activity includes The activities mentioned are carried out on behalf of third parties. If the related services are provided solely to support transport activities by the same unit, they are considered as ancillary activities to transport and this unit is classified elsewhere in section H.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this division for land transport and transport via pipelines when the main activity includes Passenger rail transport and Freight rail transport. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for freight rail transport when the main activity includes Freight transport on mainline rail networks as well as short line freight railways and Freight transport by funicular railway. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this division for water transport when the main activity includes Sea and coastal passenger water transport and Sea and coastal freight water transport. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for intermediation service activities for transportation when the main activity includes Intermediation service activities for freight transportation and Intermediation service activities for passenger transportation. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this division for the broader activity area of postal and courier activities, including Postal activities under universal service obligation, Other postal and courier activities, and Intermediation service activities for postal and courier activities. Open the child codes when a more specific code is needed.

Use this class for post-harvest crop activities and seed processing for propagation when the main activity includes Preparation of crops for primary markets (e.g. cleaning, trimming, grading or disinfecting) and Cotton ginning. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for mining of hard coal when the main activity includes Mining of hard coal: underground or surface mining, including mining through liquefaction methods and Cleaning, sizing, grading, pulverising, compressing, etc. of coal to classify, improve quality or facilitate transport or storage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for mining of lignite when the main activity includes Mining of lignite (brown coal): underground or surface mining, including mining through liquefaction methods and Washing, dehydrating, pulverising, compressing of lignite to improve quality or facilitate transport or storage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for extraction of peat when the main activity includes Peat digging and Preparation of peat to improve quality or facilitate transport/storage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

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.

Use this class for manufacture of batteries and accumulators when the main activity includes Manufacture of primary cells and primary batteries and Cells containing manganese dioxide, mercuric dioxide, silver oxide, etc.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for repair and maintenance of electrical equipment when the main activity includes Repair and maintenance of power, distribution, and specialty transformers and Repair and maintenance of electric motors, generators and motor generator sets. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for repair and maintenance of other equipment when the main activity includes Repair of fishing nets, including mending and Repair of ropes, riggings, canvas and tarpaulins. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for installation of industrial machinery and equipment when the main activity includes Installation of industrial machinery in industrial plant and Installation and assembly of industrial process control equipment. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this section for eLECTRICITY, GAS, STEAM AND AIR CONDITIONING SUPPLY when the main activity includes This section therefore includes the operation of electricity and gas utilities. and The section also includes heating and cooling (for example, steam and air conditioning supply) through a permanent network.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for electric power generation, transmission and distribution when the main activity includes Production of electricity from non-renewable sources and Production of electricity from renewable sources. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for production of electricity from non-renewable sources when the main activity includes Operation of generation facilities that produce electricity from non-renewable sources (e.g. natural gas, coal and other fossil fuels), and from emission-free non-renewable sources (e.g. nuclear). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for production of electricity from renewable sources when the main activity includes Operation of generation facilities that produce electricity from renewable sources (e.g. gaseous biofuels, hydropower, on-shore and off-shore wind power, photovoltaic solar energy, thermal solar energy, geothermal energy, and tide, wave and ocean energy). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for storage of electricity when the main activity includes Conversion of electrical energy into a form of energy which can be stored, the storing of such energy, and the subsequent reconversion of such energy into electrical energy (e.g. operation of pump storage facilities, compressed air storage facilities, or battery storage facilities) and Distribution of stored electricity into electricity mains/networks. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for manufacture of gas, and distribution of gaseous fuels through mains when the main activity includes Manufacture of gas and Distribution of gaseous fuels through mains. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for storage of gas as part of network supply services when the main activity includes Storage of gaseous fuels and Storage of hydrogen gas. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for steam and air conditioning supply when the main activity includes Production, collection and distribution of steam and hot water for heating, power and other purposes and Production and distribution of cooled air (e.g. for air conditioning supply). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for activities of brokers and agents for electric power and natural gas when the main activity includes Activities of brokers or agents, who arrange the sale of electricity via power distribution systems operated by others and Activities of gas brokers or agents, who arrange the sale of gaseous fuels via gas distribution systems operated by others. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for collection of non-hazardous waste when the main activity includes Collection of non-hazardous solid waste (i.e. garbage) within a local area (e.g. from households and businesses), by means of refuse bins, wheeled bins and containers, which may contain mixed recoverable materials and Collection of recyclable materials (separated or not). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for collection of hazardous waste when the main activity includes Collection of hazardous waste and Used oil from ships or garages. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for waste disposal without recovery when the main activity includes Incineration without energy recovery and Landfilling or permanent storage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for landfilling or permanent storage when the main activity includes Operation of landfills for the disposal of waste and Treatment of organic waste for landfilling or permanent storage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for remediation activities and other waste management service activities when the main activity includes Decontamination of soils and groundwater at the place of pollution, either in situ or ex situ, using, e.g. mechanical, chemical or biological methods and Decontamination of industrial plants or sites, including nuclear plants and sites. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for construction of other civil engineering projects n.e.c. when the main activity includes Construction of industrial facilities, except buildings and Mining facilities (e.g. shafts, towers, tunnels). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for electrical installation when the main activity includes Installation of: and Electrical wiring and fittings. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this section for wHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE when the main activity includes Wholesale and retail sale are the final steps in the distribution of merchandise. For this purpose, ancillary activities (see introductory guidelines, Chapter xx) are carried out, which include a number of usual operations (or manipulations) associated with trade, without transforming the goods. These operations (or manipulations) include, for example, sorting, grading and assembling of goods, mixing or blending of goods (for example, sand), bottling (with or without preceding bottle cleaning), packaging, breaking bulk and repacking for distribution in smaller lots, storage (whether or not frozen or chilled). If not carried out as usual operations (or manipulations) associated with trade, the mentioned activities can be carried out as principal, secondary or ancillary activities in other sections of NACE. and The distinction between wholesale (division 46) and retail sale (division 47) is based on the type of customer.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for wholesale of waste and scrap when the main activity includes Wholesale of metal and non-metal waste and scrap and materials for recycling, including collecting, sorting, separating, stripping of used goods (e.g. cars in order to obtain reusable parts), packing and repacking, storage and delivery, but without a transformation process. Additionally, the purchased and sold waste has a remaining value and Wholesale of usable goods (metal, plastics), following the dismantling of cars, computers, televisions and other equipment on own account by the unit without further transformation of the goods. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for freight transport by road when the main activity includes All freight transport operations by road: and Logging haulage. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for removal services when the main activity includes Removal (relocation) services to businesses and households by road transport and Leasing of removal vehicles with a driver. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for sea and coastal freight water transport when the main activity includes Transport of freight over sea and coastal waters and Transport by towing or pushing of barges, oil rigs, etc.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for service activities incidental to land transportation when the main activity includes Activities related to the transport of passengers, animals or freight by road, rail and other means of land transport: and Operation of terminal facilities (e.g. railway stations, bus stations, stations for the handling of goods). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for service activities incidental to water transportation when the main activity includes Activities related to the water transport of passengers, animals or freight: and Operation of terminal facilities (e.g. harbours, piers). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for service activities incidental to air transportation when the main activity includes Activities related to the air transport of passengers, animals or freight: and Operation of terminal facilities (e.g. airway terminals). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for logistics service activities when the main activity includes Activities of distribution centres and Pickup of goods and grouping for shipping. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for motion picture, video and television programme activities when the main activity includes Buying and selling of motion pictures or other audiovisual production distribution rights are also included.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this code when the main activity is hosting, data processing, infrastructure operation, or related technical platform services.

Use this class for buying and selling of own real estate when the main activity includes Buying and selling of self-owned real estate and Apartment buildings and dwellings. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this code when the main activity is renting out or operating real estate owned or leased by the business.

Use this class for office administrative and support activities when the main activity includes Document preparation (e.g. editing, proofreading, typing, word processing and pre-archiving) and Other secretarial support services. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for other human health activities n.e.c. when the main activity includes Activities for human health n.e.c.: and Activities of paramedical practitioners in the field of optometry, hydrotherapy, speech therapy, podiatry/chiropody, etc.. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this division for libraries, archives, museums and other cultural activities when the main activity includes It also includes the preservation and exhibition of objects, sites and natural wonders of historical, cultural or educational interest (for example, World Heritage Sites).. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this group for library and archive activities when the main activity includes Documentation and information activities of libraries and archives of all kinds, including reading, listening and viewing rooms, providing library and archive services to the general public or to a specific public (e.g. students, scientists, staff members) and Operation of public archives (at governmental, regional or local level) or of private archives (artists’, historians’, writers’ archives, etc.). Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for library activities when the main activity includes Documentation and information activities of libraries of all kinds (including digital libraries), reading, listening and viewing rooms: and Organisation of a collection, whether specialised or not. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.

Use this class for archive activities when the main activity includes Archive activities include the activities carried out by archival services of all types, with a view to building, storing, classifying, physical or digital archive collections and communicating them to the general public or to a particular category of users. and Activities of public archives providing a service to the general public or to a special clientele (e.g. students, scientists, staff members) as well as the operation of government archives. Check exclusions and nearby codes before applying it to a mixed activity.