Other printing

NACE v2.1 Code: C18.12

About other printing

NACE code 18.12, 'Other printing', encompasses a diverse range of printing activities beyond the traditional newspaper, book, and magazine printing. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, providing essential services for businesses, organizations, and individuals across various sectors. From commercial printing to specialized packaging and labeling, the 'Other printing' industry caters to a wide array of printing needs, contributing to the efficient flow of information and the promotion of products and services.

Production process

The 'Other printing' industry utilizes a range of advanced printing techniques to meet the diverse demands of its clients. These techniques may include offset printing, digital printing, screen printing, and flexographic printing, among others. The choice of printing method is often determined by the specific requirements of the project, such as the desired print quality, the type of material being printed, and the desired production volume.

Production inputs

The 'Other printing' industry relies on a variety of inputs to facilitate its production processes. These include raw materials such as paper, inks, and specialized printing plates or cylinders. Additionally, the industry requires access to advanced printing equipment, including offset presses, digital printers, and finishing equipment like cutters and laminators. Skilled labor, including graphic designers, prepress technicians, and press operators, is also a crucial input for this industry.

Production outputs

The 'Other printing' industry produces a wide range of printed materials, including commercial products such as 18.12 Other printing, 17.21 Manufacture of corrugated paper and paperboard and of containers of paper and paperboard, and 17.23 Manufacture of paper stationery. These outputs are then consumed by various other industries, such as 46.49 Wholesale of other household goods, 47.61 Retail sale of books in specialised stores, and 82.19 Photocopying, document preparation and other specialised office support activities.

Revisions to 18.12

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 18.12. The most recent 3 versions of this code (18.12) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 18.12.

Family tree for other printing

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18'>18: Printing and reproduction of recorded media</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18/1'>18.1: Printing and service activities related to printing</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18/12'>18.12: Other printing</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18/11'>18.11: Printing of newspapers</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18/13'>18.13: Pre-press and pre-media services</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/18/14'>18.14: Binding and related services</a>"]

    

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