Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialized stores

ISIC v4.0 Code: 472

About retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialized stores

isic code 472 covers the retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco products in specialized stores. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, providing consumers with access to a wide range of essential and discretionary products. Specialized food and beverage retailers serve as important distribution channels, connecting producers and manufacturers with end-users. The industry's performance is closely tied to consumer spending patterns and the overall health of the retail sector.

Production process

Retailers within this industry typically acquire their products through wholesale channels, such as 461 Wholesale on a fee or contract basis, 462 Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals, and 463 Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco. They then sell these products directly to consumers through their physical store locations or, in some cases, through online platforms. The key processes involved include inventory management, product display and merchandising, customer service, and point-of-sale transactions.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry include a variety of food, beverage, and tobacco products sourced from wholesalers and manufacturers. Retailers also require physical store locations, which may involve leasing or owning commercial real estate. Additionally, they need point-of-sale systems, inventory management software, and other technology to support their operations. Skilled personnel, such as sales associates, cashiers, and store managers, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco products to individual consumers. These products may include fresh produce, packaged goods, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and a wide range of tobacco items. The outputs of this industry are consumed by households and individuals, as well as by other industries that require these products for their own operations, such as 561 Food and beverage service activities.

Family tree for retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialized stores

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G'>G: Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/47'>47: Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/472'>472: Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialized stores</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/471'>471: Retail sale in non-specialized stores</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/473'>473: Retail sale of automotive fuel in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/474'>474: Retail sale of information and communications equipment in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/475'>475: Retail sale of other household equipment in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/476'>476: Retail sale of cultural and recreation goods in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/477'>477: Retail sale of other goods in specialized stores</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/478'>478: Retail sale via stalls and markets</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/479'>479: Retail trade not in stores, stalls or markets</a>"]

    C --> L["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/4721'>4721: Retail sale of food in specialized stores</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/4722'>4722: Retail sale of beverages in specialized stores</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/G/4723'>4723: Retail sale of tobacco products in specialized stores</a>"]


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