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• 44-45 Retail Trade^T: The Sector as a WholeThe Retail Trade sector comprises establishments engaged in retailing merchandise, generally without transformation, and rendering services incidental to the sale of merchandise.The retailing process is the final step in the distribution of merchandise; retailers are, therefore, organized to sell merchandise in small quantities to the general public. This sector comprises two main types of retailers: store and nonstore retailers.1. Store retailers operate fixed point-of-sale locations, located and designed to attract a high volume of walk-in customers. In general, retail stores have extensive displays of merchandise and use mass-media advertising to attract customers. They typically sell merchandise to the general public for personal or household consumption, but some also serve business and institutional clients. These include establishments, such as office supply stores, computer and software stores, building materials dealers, plumbing supply stores,
• 441 Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers: Industries in the Motor Vehicle and Parts Dealers subsector retail motor vehicles and parts from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector typically operate from a showroom and/or an open lot where the vehicles are on display. The display of vehicles and the related parts require little by way of display equipment. The personnel generally include both the sales and sales support staff familiar with the requirements for registering and financing a vehicle as well as a staff of parts experts and mechanics trained to provide repair and maintenance services for the vehicles. Specific industries have been included in this subsector to identify the type of vehicle being retailed.Sales of capital or durable nonconsumer goods, such as medium- and heavy-duty trucks, are always included in wholesale trade. These goods are virtually never sold through retail methods.
• 4411 Automobile Dealers: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and used automobiles and light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans.
• 44111 New Car Dealers: See industry description for 441110 below.
• 441110 New Car Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new automobiles and light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans, or retailing these new vehicles in combination with activities, such as repair services, retailing used cars, and selling replacement parts and accessories.Illustrative Examples:Automobile dealers, new only, or new and usedLight utility truck dealers, new only, or new and usedCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44112 Used Car Dealers: See industry description for 441120 below.
• 441120 Used Car Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing used automobiles and light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans.Illustrative Examples:Antique auto dealersLight truck dealers, used onlyAutomobile dealers, used onlyCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4412 Other Motor Vehicle Dealers: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and used vehicles (except automobiles, light trucks, such as sport utility vehicles, and passenger and cargo vans).
• 44121 Recreational Vehicle Dealers: See industry description for 441210 below.
• 441210 Recreational Vehicle Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and/or used recreational vehicles commonly referred to as RVs or retailing these new vehicles in combination with activities, such as repair services and selling replacement parts and accessories.Illustrative Examples:Motor home dealersRecreational vehicle (RV) parts and accessories storesRecreational vehicle (RV) dealersTravel trailer dealersCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44122 Motorcycle, Boat, and Other Motor Vehicle Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and used motorcycles, boats, and other vehicles (except automobiles, light trucks, and recreational vehicles), or retailing these new vehicles in combination with activities, such as repair services and selling replacement parts and accessories.Illustrative Examples:Aircraft dealersMotorcycle dealersAll-terrain vehicle (ATV) dealersUtility trailer dealersBoat dealers, new and usedCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 441222 Boat Dealers: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) retailing new and/or used boats or retailing new boats in combination with activities, such as repair services and selling replacement parts and accessories, and/or (2) retailing new and/or used outboard motors, boat trailers, marine supplies, parts, and accessories.Illustrative Examples:Boat dealers (e.g., powerboats, rowboats, sailboats)Outboard motor dealersMarine supply dealersCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 441228 Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and/or used motorcycles, motor scooters, motorbikes, mopeds, off-road all-terrain vehicles, personal watercraft, utility trailers, and other motor vehicles (except automobiles, light trucks, recreational vehicles, and boats) or retailing these new vehicles in combination with activities such as repair services and selling replacement parts and accessories.Illustrative Examples:All-terrain vehicle (ATV) dealersMotorcycle dealersMoped dealersMotorcycle parts and accessories dealersPersonal watercraft dealersAircraft dealersSnowmobile dealersPowered golf cart dealersUtility trailer dealersCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4413 Automotive Parts, Accessories, and Tire Stores:
• 44131 Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores: See industry description for 441310 below.
• 441310 Automotive Parts and Accessories Stores: This industry comprises one or more of the following: (1) establishments known as automotive supply stores primarily engaged in retailing new, used, and/or rebuilt automotive parts and accessories; (2) automotive supply stores that are primarily engaged in both retailing automotive parts and accessories and repairing automobiles; and (3) establishments primarily engaged in retailing and installing automotive accessories.Illustrative Examples:Automotive parts and supply storesTruck cap storesAutomotive stereo storesUsed automotive parts storesSpeed shopsCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44132 Tire Dealers: See industry description for 441320 below.
• 441320 Tire Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and/or used tires and tubes or retailing new tires in combination with automotive repair services.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 442 Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores: Industries in the Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores subsector retail new furniture and home furnishings from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector usually operate from showrooms and have substantial areas for the presentation of their products. Many offer interior decorating services in addition to the sale of products.
• 4421 Furniture Stores:
• 44211 Furniture Stores: See industry description for 442110 below.
• 442110 Furniture Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new furniture, such as household furniture (e.g., baby furniture, box springs, and mattresses) and outdoor furniture; office furniture (except those sold in combination with office supplies and equipment); and/or furniture sold in combination with major appliances, home electronics, home furnishings, or floor coverings.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4422 Home Furnishings Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new home furnishings (except furniture).
• 44221 Floor Covering Stores: See industry description for 442210 below.
• 442210 Floor Covering Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new floor coverings, such as rugs and carpets, vinyl floor coverings, and floor tile (except ceramic or wood only); or retailing new floor coverings in combination with installation and repair services.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44229 Other Home Furnishings Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new home furnishings (except furniture and floor coverings).Illustrative Examples:Bath shopsKitchenware storesChinaware storesWindow treatment storesGlassware storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 442291 Window Treatment Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new window treatments, such as curtains, drapes, blinds, and shades.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 442299 All Other Home Furnishings Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new home furnishings (except floor coverings, furniture, and window treatments).Illustrative Examples:Bath shopsKitchenware storesChinaware storesLinen storesElectric lamp shopsPicture frame storesGlassware storesWood-burning stove storesHouseware storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 443 Electronics and Appliance Stores: Industries in the Electronics and Appliance Stores subsector retail new electronics and appliances from point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector often operate from locations that have special provisions for floor displays requiring special electrical capacity to accommodate the proper demonstration of the products. The staff includes sales personnel knowledgeable in the characteristics and warranties of the line of goods retailed and may also include trained repair persons to handle the maintenance and repair of the electronic equipment and appliances. The classifications within this subsector are made principally on the type of product and knowledge required to operate each type of store.
• 4431 Electronics and Appliance Stores:
• 44314 Electronics and Appliance Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one of the following: (1) retailing an array of new household-type appliances and consumer-type electronic products, such as televisions, computers, and cameras; (2) specializing in retailing a single line of new consumer-type electronic products; (3) retailing these new products in combination with repair and support services; (4) retailing new prepackaged computer software; and/or (5) retailing prerecorded audio and video media, such as CDs, DVDs, and tapes.Illustrative Examples:Appliance stores, household-typeConsumer-type electronic stores (e.g., televisions, computers, cameras)Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 443141 Household Appliance Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as appliance stores primarily engaged in retailing an array of new household appliances, such as refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, irons, coffeemakers, hair dryers, electric razors, room air-conditioners, microwave ovens, sewing machines, and vacuum cleaners, or retailing new appliances in combination with appliance repair services.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 443142 Electronics Stores: This U.S. industry comprises: (1) establishments known as consumer electronics stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new consumer-type electronic products such as televisions, computers, and cameras; (2) establishments specializing in retailing a single line of consumer-type electronic products; (3) establishments primarily engaged in retailing these new electronic products in combination with repair and support services; (4) establishments primarily engaged in retailing new prepackaged computer software; and/or (5) establishments primarily engaged in retailing prerecorded audio and video media, such as CDs, DVDs, and tapes.Illustrative Examples:Consumer-type electronic stores (e.g., televisions, computers, cameras)Stereo stores (except automotive)Radio and television storesComputer storesCamera shops, photographicCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 444 Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers: Industries in the Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers subsector retail new building material and garden equipment and supplies from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector have display equipment designed to handle lumber and related products and garden equipment and supplies that may be kept either indoors or outdoors under covered areas. The staff is usually knowledgeable in the use of the specific products being retailed in the construction, repair, and maintenance of the home and associated grounds.
• 4441 Building Material and Supplies Dealers: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new building materials and supplies.
• 44411 Home Centers: See industry description for 444110 below.
• 444110 Home Centers: This industry comprises establishments known as home centers primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new home repair and improvement materials and supplies, such as lumber, plumbing goods, electrical goods, tools, housewares, hardware, and lawn and garden supplies, with no one merchandise line predominating. The merchandise lines are normally arranged in separate departments.Cross-References.
• 44412 Paint and Wallpaper Stores: See industry description for 444120 below.
• 444120 Paint and Wallpaper Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as paint and wallpaper stores primarily engaged in retailing paint, wallpaper, and related supplies.Cross-References.
• 44413 Hardware Stores: See industry description for 444130 below.
• 444130 Hardware Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as hardware stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new hardware items, such as tools and builders' hardware.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44419 Other Building Material Dealers: See industry description for 444190 below.
• 444190 Other Building Material Dealers: This industry comprises establishments (except those known as home centers, paint and wallpaper stores, and hardware stores) primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of new building materials, such as lumber, fencing, glass, doors, plumbing fixtures and supplies, electrical supplies, prefabricated buildings and kits, and kitchen and bath cabinets and countertops to be installed.Illustrative Examples:Electrical supply storesKitchen cabinet (except custom) storesFencing dealersLumber yards, retailFloor covering stores, wood or ceramic tile onlyPlumbing supply storesGarage door dealersPrefabricated building dealersGlass storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4442 Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new lawn and garden equipment and supplies.
• 44421 Outdoor Power Equipment Stores: See industry description for 444210 below.
• 444210 Outdoor Power Equipment Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new outdoor power equipment or retailing new outdoor power equipment in combination with activities, such as repair services and selling replacement parts.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44422 Nursery, Garden Center, and Farm Supply Stores: See industry description for 444220 below.
• 444220 Nursery, Garden Center, and Farm Supply Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing nursery and garden products, such as trees, shrubs, plants, seeds, bulbs, and sod, that are predominantly grown elsewhere. These establishments may sell a limited amount of a product they grow themselves. Also included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in retailing farm supplies, such as animal (non-pet) feed.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 445 Food and Beverage Stores: Industries in the Food and Beverage Stores subsector usually retail food and beverage merchandise from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector have special equipment (e.g., freezers, refrigerated display cases, refrigerators) for displaying food and beverage goods. They have staff trained in the processing of food products to guarantee the proper storage and sanitary conditions required by regulatory authority.
• 4451 Grocery Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food products.
• 44511 Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores: See industry description for 445110 below.
• 445110 Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Stores: This industry comprises establishments generally known as supermarkets and grocery stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food, such as canned and frozen foods; fresh fruits and vegetables; and fresh and prepared meats, fish, and poultry. Included in this industry are delicatessen-type establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44512 Convenience Stores: See industry description for 445120 below.
• 445120 Convenience Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as convenience stores or food marts (except those with fuel pumps) primarily engaged in retailing a limited line of goods that generally includes milk, bread, soda, and snacks.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4452 Specialty Food Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of food.
• 44521 Meat Markets: See industry description for 445210 below.
• 445210 Meat Markets: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing fresh, frozen, or cured meats and poultry. Delicatessen-type establishments primarily engaged in retailing fresh meat are included in this industry.Illustrative Examples:Baked ham storesMeat marketsButcher shopsPoultry dealersFrozen meat shopsCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44522 Fish and Seafood Markets: See industry description for 445220 below.
• 445220 Fish and Seafood Markets: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing fresh, frozen, or cured fish and seafood products.Cross-References.
• 44523 Fruit and Vegetable Markets: See industry description for 445230 below.
• 445230 Fruit and Vegetable Markets: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing fresh fruits and vegetables.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44529 Other Specialty Food Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialty foods (except meat, fish, seafood, and fruits and vegetables) not for immediate consumption and not made on the premises.Illustrative Examples:Baked goods stores (except immediate consumption)Dairy product storesCoffee and tea (i.e., packaged) storesGourmet food storesConfectionery (i.e., packaged) storesNut (i.e., packaged) storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 445291 Baked Goods Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing baked goods not for immediate consumption and not made on the premises.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 445292 Confectionery and Nut Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing candy and other confections, nuts, and popcorn not for immediate consumption and not made on the premises.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 445299 All Other Specialty Food Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing miscellaneous specialty foods (except meat, fish, seafood, fruit and vegetables, confections, nuts, popcorn, and baked goods) not for immediate consumption and not made on the premises.Illustrative Examples:Coffee and tea (i.e., packaged) storesSoft drink (i.e., bottled) storesDairy product storesSpice storesGourmet food storesWater (i.e., bottled) storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4453 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores:
• 44531 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores: See industry description for 445310 below.
• 445310 Beer, Wine, and Liquor Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing packaged alcoholic beverages, such as ale, beer, wine, and liquor.Cross-References.
• 446 Health and Personal Care Stores: Industries in the Health and Personal Care Stores subsector retail health and personal care merchandise from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector are characterized principally by the products they retail, and some health and personal care stores may have specialized staff trained in dealing with the products. Staff may include pharmacists, opticians, and other professionals engaged in retailing, advising customers, and/or fitting the product sold to the customer's needs.
• 4461 Health and Personal Care Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing health and personal care products.
• 44611 Pharmacies and Drug Stores: See industry description for 446110 below.
• 446110 Pharmacies and Drug Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as pharmacies and drug stores engaged in retailing prescription or nonprescription drugs and medicines.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44612 Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores: See industry description for 446120 below.
• 446120 Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as cosmetic or perfume stores or beauty supply shops primarily engaged in retailing cosmetics, perfumes, toiletries, and personal grooming products.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44613 Optical Goods Stores: See industry description for 446130 below.
• 446130 Optical Goods Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) retailing and fitting prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses; (2) retailing prescription eyeglasses in combination with the grinding of lenses to order on the premises; and (3) selling nonprescription eyeglasses.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44619 Other Health and Personal Care Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing health and personal care items (except drugs, medicines, optical goods, perfumes, cosmetics, and beauty supplies).Illustrative Examples:Convalescent supply storesProsthetic storesFood (i.e., health) supplement storesSick room supply storesHearing aid storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 446191 Food (Health) Supplement Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing food supplement products, such as vitamins, nutrition supplements, and body enhancing supplements.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 446199 All Other Health and Personal Care Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of health and personal care merchandise (except drugs, medicines, optical goods, cosmetics, beauty supplies, perfume, and food supplement products).Illustrative Examples:Convalescent supply storesProsthetic storesHearing aid storesSick room supply storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 447 Gasoline Stations: Industries in the Gasoline Stations subsector retail automotive fuels (e.g., gasoline, diesel fuel, gasohol, alternative fuels) and automotive oils or retail these products in combination with convenience store items. These establishments have specialized equipment for the storage and dispensing of automotive fuels.
• 4471 Gasoline Stations:
• 44711 Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores: See industry description for 447110 below.
• 447110 Gasoline Stations with Convenience Stores: This industry comprises establishments engaged in retailing automotive fuels (e.g., diesel fuel, gasohol, gasoline) in combination with convenience store or food mart items. These establishments can either be in a convenience store (i.e., food mart) setting or a gasoline station setting. These establishments may also provide automotive repair services.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44719 Other Gasoline Stations: See industry description for 447190 below.
• 447190 Other Gasoline Stations: This industry comprises establishments known as gasoline stations (except those with convenience stores) primarily engaged in one of the following: (1) retailing automotive fuels (e.g., diesel fuel, gasohol, gasoline, alternative fuels) or (2) retailing these fuels in combination with activities, such as providing repair services; selling automotive oils, replacement parts, and accessories; and/or providing food services.Illustrative Examples:Gasoline stations without convenience storesTruck stopsMarine service stationsCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 448 Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores: Industries in the Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores subsector retail new clothing and clothing accessories merchandise from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector have similar display equipment and staff that is knowledgeable regarding fashion trends and the proper match of styles, colors, and combinations of clothing and accessories to the characteristics and tastes of the customer.
• 4481 Clothing Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new clothing.
• 44811 Men's Clothing Stores: See industry description for 448110 below.
• 448110 Men's Clothing Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new men's and boys' clothing. These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44812 Women's Clothing Stores: See industry description for 448120 below.
• 448120 Women's Clothing Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new women's, misses' and juniors' clothing, including maternity wear. These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44813 Children's and Infants' Clothing Stores: See industry description for 448130 below.
• 448130 Children's and Infants' Clothing Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new children's and infants' clothing. These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44814 Family Clothing Stores: See industry description for 448140 below.
• 448140 Family Clothing Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new clothing for men, women, and children, without specializing in sales for an individual gender or age group. These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44815 Clothing Accessories Stores: See industry description for 448150 below.
• 448150 Clothing Accessories Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing single or combination lines of new clothing accessories, such as hats and caps, costume jewelry, gloves, handbags, ties, wigs, toupees, and belts.Illustrative Examples:Costume jewelry storesWig and hairpiece storesNeckwear storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44819 Other Clothing Stores: See industry description for 448190 below.
• 448190 Other Clothing Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of new clothing (except general lines of men's, women's, children's, infants', and family clothing). These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.Illustrative Examples:Bridal gown (except custom) shopsLeather coat storesCostume shopsLingerie storesFur apparel storesSwimwear storesHosiery storesUniform (except athletic) storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4482 Shoe Stores:
• 44821 Shoe Stores: See industry description for 448210 below.
• 448210 Shoe Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing all types of new footwear (except hosiery and specialty sports footwear, such as golf shoes, bowling shoes, and spiked shoes). Establishments primarily engaged in retailing new tennis shoes or sneakers are included in this industry.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4483 Jewelry, Luggage, and Leather Goods Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new jewelry (except costume jewelry); new sterling and plated silverware; new watches and clocks; and new luggage with or without a general line of new leather goods and accessories, such as hats, gloves, handbags, ties, and belts.
• 44831 Jewelry Stores: See industry description for 448310 below.
• 448310 Jewelry Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing one or more of the following items: (1) new jewelry (except costume jewelry); (2) new sterling and plated silverware; and (3) new watches and clocks. Also included are establishments retailing these new products in combination with lapidary work and/or repair services.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 44832 Luggage and Leather Goods Stores: See industry description for 448320 below.
• 448320 Luggage and Leather Goods Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as luggage and leather goods stores primarily engaged in retailing new luggage, briefcases, and trunks, or retailing these new products in combination with a general line of leather items (except leather apparel), such as belts, gloves, and handbags.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 451 Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, and Book Stores: Industries in the Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, and Book Stores subsector are engaged in retailing and providing expertise on the use of sporting equipment or other specific leisure activities, such as needlework and musical instruments. Book stores are also included in this subsector.
• 4511 Sporting Goods, Hobby, and Musical Instrument Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new sporting goods, games and toys, and musical instruments.
• 45111 Sporting Goods Stores: See industry description for 451110 below.
• 451110 Sporting Goods Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new sporting goods, such as bicycles and bicycle parts; camping equipment; exercise and fitness equipment; athletic uniforms; specialty sports footwear; and sporting goods, equipment, and accessories.Illustrative Examples:Athletic uniform supply storesFishing supply storesBicycle (except motorized) shopsGolf pro shopsBowling equipment and supply storesSaddlery storesDiving equipment storesSporting goods (e.g., scuba, skiing, outdoor) storesExercise equipment storesSporting gun shopsCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45112 Hobby, Toy, and Game Stores: See industry description for 451120 below.
• 451120 Hobby, Toy, and Game Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new toys, games, and hobby and craft supplies (except needlecraft).Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45113 Sewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods Stores: See industry description for 451130 below.
• 451130 Sewing, Needlework, and Piece Goods Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new sewing supplies, fabrics, patterns, yarns, and other needlework accessories or retailing these products in combination with selling new sewing machines.Illustrative Examples:Fabric shopsSewing supply storesNeedlecraft sewing supply storesUpholstery materials storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45114 Musical Instrument and Supplies Stores: See industry description for 451140 below.
• 451140 Musical Instrument and Supplies Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new musical instruments, sheet music, and related supplies; or retailing these new products in combination with musical instrument repair, rental, or music instruction.Illustrative Examples:Musical instrument storesSheet music storesPiano storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4512 Book Stores and News Dealers:
• 45121 Book Stores and News Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new books, newspapers, magazines, and other periodicals.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 451211 Book Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new books.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 451212 News Dealers and Newsstands: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing current newspapers, magazines, and other periodicals.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 452 General Merchandise Stores: Industries in the General Merchandise Stores subsector retail new general merchandise from fixed point-of-sale locations. Establishments in this subsector are unique in that they have the equipment and staff capable of retailing a large variety of goods from a single location. This includes a variety of display equipment and staff trained to provide information on many lines of products.
• 4521 Department Stores:
• 45211 Department Stores: This industry comprises establishments known as department stores primarily engaged in retailing a wide range of the following new products with no one merchandise line predominating: apparel, furniture, appliances and home furnishings; and selected additional items, such as paint, hardware, toiletries, cosmetics, photographic equipment, jewelry, toys, and sporting goods. Merchandise lines are normally arranged in separate departments.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 452111 Department Stores (except Discount Department Stores): This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as department stores that have separate departments for various merchandise lines, such as apparel, jewelry, home furnishings, and linens, each with separate cash registers and sales associates. Department stores in this industry generally do not have central customer checkout and cash register facilities.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 452112 Discount Department Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments known as department stores that have central customer checkout areas, generally in the front of the store, and that may have additional cash registers located in one or more individual departments. Department stores in this industry sell a wide range of general merchandise (except fresh, perishable foods).Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4529 Other General Merchandise Stores: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new goods in general merchandise stores (except department stores).
• 45291 Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters: See industry description for 452910 below.
• 452910 Warehouse Clubs and Supercenters: This industry comprises establishments known as warehouse clubs, superstores or supercenters primarily engaged in retailing a general line of groceries in combination with general lines of new merchandise, such as apparel, furniture, and appliances.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45299 All Other General Merchandise Stores: See industry description for 452990 below.
• 452990 All Other General Merchandise Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new goods in general merchandise stores (except department stores, discount department stores, warehouse clubs, superstores, and supercenters). These establishments retail a general line of new merchandise, such as apparel, automotive parts, dry goods, hardware, groceries, housewares or home furnishings, and other lines in limited amounts, with none of the lines predominating.Illustrative Examples:Dollar storesGeneral storesGeneral merchandise catalog showrooms (except catalog mail-order)General merchandise trading postsHome and auto supply storesVariety storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 453 Miscellaneous Store Retailers: Industries in the Miscellaneous Store Retailers subsector retail merchandise from fixed point-of-sale locations (except new or used motor vehicles and parts; new furniture and home furnishings; new appliances and electronic products; new building materials and garden equipment and supplies; food and beverages; health and personal care goods; gasoline; new clothing and accessories; and new sporting goods, hobby goods, books, and music). Establishments in this subsector include stores with unique characteristics like florists, used merchandise stores, and pet and pet supply stores as well as other store retailers.
• 4531 Florists:
• 45311 Florists: See industry description for 453110 below.
• 453110 Florists: This industry comprises establishments known as florists primarily engaged in retailing cut flowers, floral arrangements, and potted plants purchased from others. These establishments usually prepare the arrangements they sell.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4532 Office Supplies, Stationery, and Gift Stores:
• 45321 Office Supplies and Stationery Stores: See industry description for 453210 below.
• 453210 Office Supplies and Stationery Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) retailing new stationery, school supplies, and office supplies; (2) retailing a combination of new office equipment, furniture, and supplies; and (3) retailing new office equipment, furniture, and supplies in combination with selling new computers.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45322 Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores: See industry description for 453220 below.
• 453220 Gift, Novelty, and Souvenir Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new gifts, novelty merchandise, souvenirs, greeting cards, seasonal and holiday decorations, and curios.Illustrative Examples:Balloon shopsGreeting card shopsChristmas storesNovelty shopsCurio shopsSouvenir shopsGift shopsCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4533 Used Merchandise Stores:
• 45331 Used Merchandise Stores: See industry description for 453310 below.
• 453310 Used Merchandise Stores: 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).Illustrative Examples:Antique shopsUsed household-type appliance storesUsed book storesUsed merchandise thrift shopsUsed clothing storesUsed sporting goods storesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4539 Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new miscellaneous specialty store merchandise (except motor vehicle and parts dealers; furniture and home furnishings stores; consumer-type electronics and appliance stores; building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers; food and beverage stores; health and personal care stores; gasoline stations; clothing and clothing accessories stores; sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores; general merchandise stores; florists; office supplies, stationery, and gift stores; and used merchandise stores).
• 45391 Pet and Pet Supplies Stores: See industry description for 453910 below.
• 453910 Pet and Pet Supplies Stores: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing pets, pet foods, and pet supplies.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45392 Art Dealers: See industry description for 453920 below.
• 453920 Art Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing original and limited edition art works. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in displaying works of art for retail sale in art galleries.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45393 Manufactured (Mobile) Home Dealers: See industry description for 453930 below.
• 453930 Manufactured (Mobile) Home Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new and/or used manufactured homes (i.e., mobile homes), parts, and equipment.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45399 All Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of merchandise (except motor vehicle and parts dealers; furniture and home furnishings stores; electronics and appliance stores; building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers; food and beverage stores; health and personal care stores; gasoline stations; clothing and clothing accessories stores; sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores; general merchandise stores; florists; office supplies, stationery and gift stores; used merchandise stores; pet and pet supplies stores; art dealers; and manufactured home (i.e., mobile home) dealers). This industry also includes establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new and used merchandise on an auction basis (except electronic auctions).Illustrative Examples:Art supply storesSwimming pool supply stores, newCemetery memorial (e.g., markers, headstones, vaults) dealersTobacco storesCigar storesCross-References.
• 453991 Tobacco Stores: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, pipes, and other smokers' supplies.Illustrative Examples:Cigar storesSmokers' supply storesCigarette stands (i.e., permanent)Tobacco storesCross-References.
• 453998 All Other Miscellaneous Store Retailers (except Tobacco Stores): This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing specialized lines of merchandise (except motor vehicle and parts dealers; furniture and home furnishings stores; electronics and appliance stores; building material and garden equipment and supplies dealers; food and beverage stores; health and personal care stores; gasoline stations; clothing and clothing accessories stores; sporting goods, hobby, book and music stores; general merchandise stores; florists; office supplies, stationery and gift stores; used merchandise stores; pet and pet supplies stores; art dealers; manufactured home (i.e., mobile home) dealers; and tobacco stores). This industry also includes establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new and used merchandise on an auction basis (except electronic auctions).Illustrative Examples:Art supply storesGeneral merchandise auction housesCandle shopsHome security equipment storesCemetery memorial (e.g., headstones, marker
• 454 Nonstore Retailers: Industries in the Nonstore Retailers subsector retail merchandise using methods, such as the broadcasting of infomercials, the broadcasting and publishing of direct-response advertising, the publishing of paper and electronic catalogs, door-to-door solicitation, in-home demonstration, selling from portable stalls and distribution through vending machines. Establishments in this subsector include mail-order houses, vending machine operators, home delivery sales, door-to-door sales, party plan sales, electronic shopping, and sales through portable stalls (e.g., street vendors, except food). Establishments engaged in the direct sale (i.e., nonstore) of products, such as home heating oil dealers and newspaper delivery service providers are included in this subsector.
• 4541 Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses:
• 45411 Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing all types of merchandise using nonstore means, such as catalogs, toll free telephone numbers, or electronic media, such as interactive television or computer. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in retailing from catalog showrooms of mail-order houses.Illustrative Examples:Catalog (i.e., order-taking) offices of mail-order housesInternet auction sites, retailCollectors' items, mail-order housesMail-order book clubs (not publishing)Computer software, mail-order housesMail-order housesHome shopping television ordersWeb retailersCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 454111 Electronic Shopping: This U.S. industry comprises establishments engaged in retailing all types of merchandise using the Internet.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 454112 Electronic Auctions: This U.S. industry comprises establishments engaged in providing sites for and facilitating consumer-to-consumer or business-to-consumer trade in new and used goods, on an auction basis, using the Internet. Establishments in this industry provide the electronic location for retail auctions, but do not take title to the goods being sold.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 454113 Mail-Order Houses: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing all types of merchandise using mail catalogs or television to generate clients and display merchandise. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in retailing from catalog showrooms of mail-order houses as well as establishments providing a combination of Internet and mail-order sales.Illustrative Examples:Catalog (i.e., order-taking) offices of mail-order housesHome shopping television ordersCollectors' items, mail-order housesMail-order book clubs (not publishing)Computer software, mail-order housesMail-order housesCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4542 Vending Machine Operators:
• 45421 Vending Machine Operators: See industry description for 454210 below.
• 454210 Vending Machine Operators: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing merchandise through vending machines that they service.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 4543 Direct Selling Establishments: This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in nonstore retailing (except electronic, mail-order, or vending machine sales). These establishments typically go to the customers' location rather than the customer coming to them (e.g., door-to-door sales, home parties). Examples of establishments in this industry are home delivery newspaper routes; home delivery of heating oil, liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, and other fuels; locker meat provisioners; frozen food and freezer meal plan providers; coffee-break service providers; and bottled water or water softener services.
• 45431 Fuel Dealers: See industry description for 454310 below.
• 454310 Fuel Dealers: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing heating oil, liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, and other fuels via direct selling.Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
• 45439 Other Direct Selling Establishments: See industry description for 454390 below.
• 454390 Other Direct Selling Establishments: This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing merchandise (except food for immediate consumption and fuel) via direct sale to the customer by means such as in-house sales (i.e., party plan merchandising), truck or wagon sales, and portable stalls (i.e., street vendors).Illustrative Examples:Direct selling bottled water providersDirect selling home delivery newspaper routesDirect selling coffee-break service providersDirect selling locker meat provisionersDirect selling frozen food and freezer meal plan providersDirect selling party plan merchandisersCross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--