Printing services

CPC v2.1 Code: 89121

About printing services

cpc code 89121 covers the printing services industry, which plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry is responsible for the production and distribution of a wide range of printed materials, from books and magazines to packaging and marketing collateral. Printing services are essential for businesses and organizations across various sectors, enabling effective communication, branding, and information dissemination.

Production process

The printing services industry utilizes a range of production techniques, including offset printing, digital printing, and screen printing. These methods involve the transfer of ink or toner onto a substrate, such as paper, plastic, or fabric, to create the desired printed output. The specific techniques employed depend on the nature of the project, the desired quality, and the production volume.

Production inputs

The printing services industry requires a variety of inputs, including paper, ink or toner, printing plates or digital files, and specialized printing equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, including graphic designers, pre-press technicians, and press operators, to ensure the production of high-quality printed materials.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the printing services industry are a wide range of printed materials, such as 49211 Books, 49212 Newspapers, 49213 Magazines, 49214 Brochures, and 49215 Packaging. These outputs are consumed by a diverse range of industries, including 62 Retail trade, 54 Professional, scientific and technical services, and 51 Information.

Family tree for printing services

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/89'>89: Other manufacturing services; publishing, printing and reproduction services; materials recovery services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/891'>891: Publishing, printing and reproduction services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8912'>8912: Printing and reproduction services of recorded media, on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/89121'>89121: Printing services</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/89122'>89122: Services related to printing</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/89123'>89123: Reproduction services of recorded media, on a fee or contract basis</a>"]

    

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