424950 — Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of paints, varnishes, and similar coatings; pigments; wallpaper; and supplies, such as paintbrushes and rollers.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of artists' paints are classified in Industry
- 424990, Other Miscellaneous Nondurable Goods Merchant Wholesalers.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 424950 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers |
| SBA Size Standard | 150 employees |
| U.S. Establishments | 1,992 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 424950 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 42 → 424 → 4249 |
| 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 5198 - Paints, Varnishes, and Supplies (via SIC1987:5198→NAICS1997:42295→2002:424950→2007:424950→2012:424950→2017:424950→2022:424950)
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 8975 — Tobacco Products
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 424950:
- 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 4249
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 424950 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 424950 is 'Paint, Varnish, and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 42 (Wholesale Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is 150 employees.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 424950?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 424950 is 150 employees (based on employees).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 424950?
NAICS code 424950 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5198 - Paints, Varnishes, and Supplies.