332111 — Iron and Steel Forging
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing iron and steel forgings from purchased iron and steel by hammering mill shapes. Establishments making iron and steel forgings and further manufacturing (e.g., machining, assembling) a specific manufactured product are classified in the industry of the finished product. Iron and steel forging establishments may perform surface finishing operations, such as cleaning and deburring, on the forgings they manufacture.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Manufacturing iron and steel forgings in integrated iron and steel mills--are classified in Industry 331110,
- Iron and Steel Mills and Ferroalloy Manufacturing; and
- Manufacturing nonferrous forgings--are classified in U.S. Industry 332112, Nonferrous Forging.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 332111 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Iron and Steel Forging |
| SBA Size Standard | 750 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 283 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 332110 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 31-33 → 332 → 3321 |
| 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 3462 - Iron and Steel Forgings (via SIC1987:3462→NAICS1997:332111→2002:332111→2007:332111→2012:332111→2017:332111→2022:332111)
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 3446 — Forging Machinery and Hammers
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 332111:
- 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 3321
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 332111 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 332111 is 'Iron and Steel Forging', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 31-33 (Manufacturing); the SBA small-business size standard is 750 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 332111?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 332111 is 750 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 332111?
NAICS code 332111 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 3462 - Iron and Steel Forgings.