493110 — General Warehousing and Storage
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating merchandise warehousing and storage facilities. These establishments generally handle goods in containers, such as boxes, barrels, and/or drums, using equipment, such as forklifts, pallets, and racks. They are not specialized in handling bulk products of any particular type, size, or quantity of goods or products.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Renting or leasing space for self-storage--are classified in Industry 531130, Lessors of Miniwarehouses and
- Self-Storage Units; and
- Wholesale or retail sales in combination with handling and/or distributing goods--are classified in Sector
- 42, Wholesale Trade, or in Sector 44-45, Retail Trade.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 493110 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | General Warehousing and Storage |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 16,753 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 493100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 493 → 4931 |
| 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 4225 - General Warehousing and Storage (via SIC1987:4225→NAICS1997:49311→2002:493110→2007:493110→2012:493110→2017:493110→2022:493110)
- SIC 4226 - Special Warehousing and Storage, NEC (via SIC1987:4226→NAICS1997:49311→2002:493110→2007:493110→2012:493110→2017:493110→2022:493110)
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 R602 — Courier and Messenger Services
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 493110:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing 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 4931
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 493110 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 493110 is 'General Warehousing and Storage', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 493110?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 493110 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 493110?
NAICS code 493110 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4225 - General Warehousing and Storage, 4226 - Special Warehousing and Storage, NEC.