423410 — Photographic Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of photographic equipment and supplies (except office equipment).
Illustrative Examples
- Photofinishing equipment merchant wholesalers
- Television cameras merchant wholesalers
- Photographic camera equipment and supplies merchant wholesalers
- Video cameras (except household-type) merchant wholesalers
- Photographic film and plates merchant wholesalers
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Merchant wholesale distribution of household-type video cameras--are classified in Industry 423620,
- Household Appliances, Electric Housewares, and Consumer Electronics Merchant Wholesalers;
- Merchant wholesale distribution of office equipment, such as photocopy and microfilm equipment--are
- classified in Industry 423420, Office Equipment Merchant Wholesalers; and
- Selling video security systems and providing system installation, repair, or monitoring services (except
- closed-circuit (CCTV))--are classified in U.S. Industry 561621, Security Systems Services (except
- Locksmiths).
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 423410 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Photographic Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 200 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 485 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 423400 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 423 → 4234 |
| 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 5043 - Photographic Equipment and Supplies (via SIC1987:5043→NAICS1997:42141→2002:423410→2007:423410→2012:423410→2017:423410→2022:423410)
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 L067 — Technical Representation Services: Photographic Equipment
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 423410:
- Sector 42 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Wholesale Trade 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 4234
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 423410 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 423410 is 'Photographic Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 200 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 423410?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 423410 is 200 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 423410?
NAICS code 423410 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5043 - Photographic Equipment and Supplies.