NAICS Code 327120 — Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is the only national industry under 32712 (Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing).
| Code | 327120 |
|---|---|
| Title | Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | 750 employees |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in shaping, molding, baking, burning, or hardening clay refractories, nonclay refractories, ceramic tile, structural clay tile, brick, and other structural clay building materials. A refractory is a material that will retain its shape and chemical identity when subjected to high temperatures and is used in applications that require extreme resistance to heat, such as furnace linings.
Is a business under 327120 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 327120 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed 750 employees. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — employee count is averaged over the latest 24 months.
Where 327120 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 31-33 | Manufacturing |
| Subsector | 327 | Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing |
| Industry Group | 3271 | Clay Product and Refractory Manufacturing |
| NAICS Industry | 32712 | Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing |
| National Industry | 327120 | Clay Building Material and Refractories Manufacturing |
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Data: official 2022 NAICS structure, descriptions and Census concordances, U.S. Census Bureau — U.S. government works in the public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Suggested reference, not an official determination.