311513 — Cheese Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) manufacturing cheese products (except cottage cheese) from raw milk and/or processed milk products and/or (2) manufacturing cheese substitutes from soybean and other nondairy substances.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing cheese-based salad dressings--are classified in U.S. Industry 311941, Mayonnaise,
- Dressing, and Other Prepared Sauce Manufacturing; and
- Manufacturing cottage cheese--are classified in U.S. Industry 311511, Fluid Milk Manufacturing.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 311513 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Cheese Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,250 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 568 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 311500 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3115 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 2022 - Natural, Processed, and Imitation Cheese (via SIC1987:2022→NAICS1997:311513→2002:311513→2007:311513→2012:311513→2017:311513→2022:311513)
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 8910 — Dairy Foods and Eggs
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311513:
- Sector 31-33 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Manufacturing sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- 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.
Related Industries in 3115
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 311513 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 311513 is 'Cheese Manufacturing', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 1,250 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 311513?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311513 is 1,250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311513?
NAICS code 311513 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2022 - Natural, Processed, and Imitation Cheese.