445320 — Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing packaged alcoholic beverages, such as ale, beer, wine, and liquor.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 445320 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers |
| SBA Size Standard | $10,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | Not disclosed (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 445320 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 44-45 → 445 → 4453 |
| 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 5421 - Meat and Fish (via SIC1987:5421→NAICS1997:45439→2002:454390→2007:454390→2012:454390→2017:454390→2022:445320)
- SIC 5921 - Liquor Stores (via SIC1987:5921→NAICS1997:44531→2002:445310→2007:445310→2012:445310→2017:445310→2022:445320)
- SIC 5961 - Catalog and Mail-Order Houses (via SIC1987:5961→NAICS1997:45411→2002:454112→2007:454112→2012:454112→2017:454110→2022:445320)
- SIC 5963 - Direct Selling Establishments (via SIC1987:5963→NAICS1997:45439→2002:454390→2007:454390→2012:454390→2017:454390→2022:445320)
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 8940 — Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 445320:
- Sector 44-45 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Retail 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 4453
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 445320 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 445320 is 'Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 44-45 (Retail Trade); the SBA small-business size standard is $10,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 445320?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 445320 is $10,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 445320?
NAICS code 445320 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5421 - Meat and Fish, 5921 - Liquor Stores, 5961 - Catalog and Mail-Order Houses, 5963 - Direct Selling Establishments.