Activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.19

About activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale

NACE code 46.19 covers the activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale trade. These agents act as intermediaries in the distribution of a wide range of goods, connecting producers, manufacturers, and retailers. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, facilitating the efficient movement of products from suppliers to consumers across various sectors. By leveraging their expertise and extensive networks, these agents help streamline supply chains and ensure the availability of diverse products to meet the evolving needs of the market.

Production process

Agents involved in non-specialised wholesale activities typically do not engage in the physical production of goods. Instead, they focus on the facilitation of trade, utilizing their knowledge of the market, relationships with suppliers, and understanding of customer demands. These agents negotiate contracts, arrange logistics, and coordinate the distribution of products from manufacturers or wholesalers to retailers or other businesses. Their primary responsibilities include identifying potential buyers, negotiating prices, and ensuring the timely delivery of goods to their clients.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale trade are access to a diverse network of suppliers and buyers, strong industry knowledge, and effective communication and negotiation skills. Agents must maintain up-to-date information on market trends, product availability, and pricing to provide value-added services to their clients. Additionally, they rely on various technological tools and platforms to facilitate efficient information sharing, order processing, and logistics management.

Production outputs

The primary output of the activities covered by NACE code 46.19 is the successful facilitation of trade between producers, manufacturers, and retailers. These agents help connect a wide range of goods and services to various 46.1 Wholesale on a fee or contract basis and 47.1 Retail sale in non-specialised stores businesses, ensuring the efficient distribution of products to meet consumer demand. By leveraging their expertise and networks, these agents contribute to the smooth functioning of supply chains and the overall competitiveness of the economy.

Revisions to 46.19

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 46.19. The most recent 2 versions of this code (46.19) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.19.

Family tree for activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G'>G: WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46'>46: Wholesale trade</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/1'>46.1: Wholesale on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/19'>46.19: Activities of agents involved in non-specialised wholesale</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/11'>46.11: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of agricultural raw materials, live animals, textile raw materials and semi-finished goods</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/12'>46.12: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/13'>46.13: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of timber and building materials</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/14'>46.14: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/15'>46.15: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of furniture, household goods, hardware and ironmongery</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/16'>46.16: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of textiles, clothing, fur, footwear and leather goods</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/17'>46.17: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/18'>46.18: Activities of agents involved in the wholesale of other particular products</a>"]

    

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