Wholesale of household goods

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.4

About wholesale of household goods

NACE code 46.4, 'Wholesale of household goods', represents a crucial segment of the broader wholesale trade industry. This sector encompasses the distribution and supply of a wide range of consumer products, from furniture and home furnishings to household appliances and personal care items. As a vital link between manufacturers and retailers, the wholesale of household goods plays a significant role in the efficient flow of goods throughout the economy, ensuring that consumers have access to the products they need.

Production process

Wholesale of household goods involves the procurement, storage, and distribution of a diverse range of products. Wholesalers typically source goods from 46.1 Wholesale on a fee or contract basis, 46.2 Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals, and 46.3 Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco sectors, as well as directly from manufacturers. They then store and manage inventory, leveraging logistics and transportation networks to deliver the products to retailers and other businesses in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Production inputs

The wholesale of household goods industry relies on a variety of inputs, including a diverse range of consumer products, such as furniture, home textiles, kitchenware, and personal care items. Wholesalers also require access to efficient transportation and logistics infrastructure, as well as skilled personnel to manage inventory, sales, and customer relationships. Additionally, access to financing and working capital is essential for wholesalers to acquire and distribute goods effectively.

Production outputs

The primary output of the wholesale of household goods industry is the distribution and supply of a wide range of consumer products to retailers, e-commerce platforms, and other businesses. These products are then sold to end consumers, who can access them through various retail channels, including 47.5 Retail sale of household goods, 47.6 Retail sale of cultural and recreation goods, and 47.7 Retail sale of other goods in specialised stores. The efficient distribution of household goods by wholesalers is a crucial component in meeting the demands of consumers and supporting the broader retail ecosystem.

Revisions to 46.4

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 46.4. The most recent 2 versions of this code (46.4) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.4.

Family tree for wholesale of household goods

    graph LR
    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/46/4'>46.4: Wholesale of household goods</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/1'>46.1: Wholesale on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/2'>46.2: Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/3'>46.3: Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/5'>46.5: Wholesale of information and communication equipment</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/6'>46.6: Wholesale of other machinery, equipment and supplies</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/7'>46.7: Wholesale of motor vehicles, motorcycles and related parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/8'>46.8: Other specialised wholesale</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/9'>46.9: Non-specialised wholesale trade</a>"]

    C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/41'>46.41: Wholesale of textiles</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/42'>46.42: Wholesale of clothing and footwear</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/43'>46.43: Wholesale of electrical household appliances</a>"]
C --> O["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/44'>46.44: Wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials</a>"]
C --> P["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/45'>46.45: Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics</a>"]
C --> Q["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/46'>46.46: Wholesale of pharmaceutical and medical goods</a>"]
C --> R["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/47'>46.47: Wholesale of household, office and shop furniture, carpets and lighting equipment</a>"]
C --> S["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/48'>46.48: Wholesale of watches and jewellery</a>"]
C --> T["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/49'>46.49: Wholesale of other household goods</a>"]


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