If you own a craft business and need your NAICS code, here is your answer right away.
The primary NAICS code for a craft business where you physically make handmade goods is 339999, classified under All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing in the Manufacturing sector. However, “craft business” is a broad term. The right code for you depends entirely on whether you create wood crafts and other handmade products yourself or buy and resell finished items. This page covers the relevant codes so you can identify the one that best fits your business.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| NAICS Code | 339999 |
| Industry Title | All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
| Sector | 31-33 (Manufacturing) |
| Industry Group | 339 |
| Last Updated | 2022 NAICS Edition (Next NAICS Edition will come in 2027) |
What Does NAICS Code 339999 Cover?
According to the official 2022 NAICS data, code 339999 covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing miscellaneous products that are not classified in any other specific manufacturing industry.
In simple terms, this is the “catch-all” code for small-batch and handmade goods that don’t fit into large industrial categories like automotive or textile manufacturing. For a craft business, this includes:
- Handmade candles and soap making
- Pottery, ceramics, and blown glass
- Woodworking and custom wood crafts (not furniture)
- Handmade leather goods (like wallets or small accessories)
- Costume jewelry and beaded jewelry (not fine jewelry made of precious metals)
- Screen printing or making custom decals and stickers
- General artisan goods and homemade decor
The important distinction here is manufacturing. Even if you are making these items by hand at your kitchen table, the government classifies the act of turning raw materials (wax, wood, beads) into a finished product as “manufacturing.”
Does My Craft Business Qualify for Code 339999?
Your business qualifies for NAICS code 339999 if:
- You are the maker or artisan physically creating the crafts
- Your main source of revenue comes from selling items you manufactured yourself
- Your materials span multiple categories that don’t have a specific, dedicated manufacturing code
Your business may not qualify if:
- You buy pre-made crafts from wholesalers or other artists and resell them at a markup, which falls under 453920 (Art Dealers and Galleries) or 454110 (Electronic Shopping) instead
- You make specific items that have their own dedicated codes. For example, if you sew apparel, you use 315 (Apparel Manufacturing). If you make fine jewelry out of gold or silver, you use 339910 (Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing). If you make food items like baked goods or canned jams, you use 311 (Food Manufacturing).
- You only sell the raw crafting supplies (like fabric or beads), which falls under 423 or 424 (Wholesale Trade) or 4511 (Retail Trade) instead
When your business sits between two codes, always classify based on whichever activity generates the most revenue.
Where Will You Need This Code?
Your NAICS code appears in more places than most crafters expect. Here is where code 339999 will be required:
- Business Insurance. This is highly critical for crafters. If you sell at markets or online, you need Product Liability Insurance. Insurance providers use this code to calculate your risk, as handmade items carry a risk of allergic reactions, injury, or property damage.
- SBA Loan Applications. If you need a loan to buy a laser cutter, a kiln, or upgrade your studio space, the Small Business Administration requires your NAICS code to assess your loan eligibility.
- Tax Filings (Schedule C). When you file your taxes as a sole proprietor or single-member LLC, the IRS requires a NAICS code on your Schedule C to classify your business income and expenses.
- State and Local Permits. If you operate under your state’s “Cottage Food Law” or need a local home occupation permit, the city or county will ask for your NAICS code to verify your business type.
- Seller Permits. Most states require a seller’s permit or sales tax license to collect tax at craft fairs and farmer’s markets, and the application will ask for this code.
339999 in the NAICS Hierarchy
Every NAICS code sits inside a structured hierarchy. Here is exactly where 339999 fits:
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 31-33 | Manufacturing |
| Subsector | 339 | Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
| Industry Group | 3399 | Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
| NAICS Industry | 33999 | Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
| National Industry | 339999 | All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my home-based craft business really considered “manufacturing”?
Yes. The NAICS system defines manufacturing by the act of transforming raw or semi-finished materials into a new, finished product—not by the size of your facility. Whether you operate a massive factory or melt wax in your garage to make candles, the government classifies the creation of that product as manufacturing.
What if I sell my crafts online through Etsy or Shopify?
You still use 339999 as your primary code as long as you are the one making the products. The fact that you sell them electronically does not change what your business actually does. (The platform you sell on is just a retail channel). You only switch to a retail code like 454110 if you are acting as a reseller for other people’s crafts.
What is the NAICS code for selling crafts at a farmer’s market or craft fair?
It depends on who made the items. If you made them, your code is 339999. If you buy wholesale goods (like imported jewelry or pre-made home decor) and set up a booth to resell them to the public, you are acting as a retailer, and your code should be 453920 or 453998 (Miscellaneous Store Retailers).
What if I make handmade jewelry? Which code do I use?
It depends on the materials. If you make fine jewelry using precious metals (gold, silver) and gemstones, you use 339910 (Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing). If you make costume jewelry using beads, string, resin, clay, or base metals, it falls under the miscellaneous manufacturing code 339999.