311919 — Other Snack Food Manufacturing
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing snack foods (except roasted nuts and peanut butter).
Illustrative Examples
- Corn chips and related corn snacks manufacturing
- Popped popcorn (except candy-covered) manufacturing
- Pork rinds manufacturing
- Potato chips manufacturing
- Pretzels (except soft) manufacturing
- Tortilla chips manufacturing
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing cookies and crackers--are classified in U.S. Industry 311821, Cookie and Cracker
- Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing candy-covered popcorn and nonchocolate granola bars--are classified in Industry 311340,
- Nonchocolate Confectionery Manufacturing;
- Salting, roasting, drying, cooking, or canning nuts and seeds--are classified in U.S. Industry 311911,
- Roasted Nuts and Peanut Butter Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing unpopped popcorn--are classified in U.S. Industry 311999, All Other Miscellaneous Food
- Manufacturing;
- Manufacturing soft pretzels--are classified in U.S. Industry 311812, Commercial Bakeries;
- Manufacturing dried and smoked meat snacks (except pork rinds)--are classified in Industry 31161, Animal
- Slaughtering and Processing; and
- Preparing and selling snacks (e.g., popcorn, pretzels) for immediate consumption--are classified in U.S.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 311919 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Other Snack Food Manufacturing |
| SBA Size Standard | 1,250 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 491 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 311900 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 311 → 3119 |
| 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 2052 - Cookies and Crackers (via SIC1987:2052→NAICS1997:311919→2002:311919→2007:311919→2012:311919→2017:311919→2022:311919)
- SIC 2096 - Potato Chips, Corn Chips, and Similar Snacks (via SIC1987:2096→NAICS1997:311919→2002:311919→2007:311919→2012:311919→2017:311919→2022:311919)
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 8970 — Composite Food Packages
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 311919:
- 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 3119
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 311919 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 311919 is 'Other Snack Food 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 311919?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 311919 is 1,250 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 311919?
NAICS code 311919 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 2052 - Cookies and Crackers, 2096 - Potato Chips, Corn Chips, and Similar Snacks.