NAICS Code 459510 — Used Merchandise Retailers
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is the only national industry under 45951 (Used Merchandise Retailers).
| Code | 459510 |
|---|---|
| Title | Used Merchandise Retailers |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $14 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing used merchandise, antiques, and secondhand goods (except motor vehicles, such as automobiles, RVs, motorcycles, and boats; motor vehicle parts; tires; and mobile homes). This industry includes establishments retailing used merchandise on an auction basis.
Illustrative Examples:
Antique retailers
Used household appliance retailers
Used book retailers
Used merchandise thrift shops
Used clothing retailers
Used sporting goods retailers
Is a business under 459510 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 459510 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $14 million in average annual receipts. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — receipts are averaged over the latest 5 fiscal years.
Where 459510 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 44-45 | Retail Trade |
| Subsector | 459 | Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers |
| Industry Group | 4595 | Used Merchandise Retailers |
| NAICS Industry | 45951 | Used Merchandise Retailers |
| National Industry | 459510 | Used Merchandise Retailers |
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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.