Wholesale of household, office and shop furniture, carpets and lighting equipment

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.47

About wholesale of household, office and shop furniture, carpets and lighting equipment

NACE code 46.47 covers the wholesale of a diverse range of household, office, and shop furnishings, including furniture, carpets, and lighting equipment. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, serving as a crucial link between manufacturers and retailers, ensuring the efficient distribution of these essential products to consumers and businesses alike. As a key component of the furniture and home goods supply chain, the wholesale sector described by NACE 46.47 contributes significantly to the overall economic activity and employment within the furniture and home furnishings industry.

Production process

The production techniques employed in this industry primarily involve the procurement, storage, and distribution of finished goods. Wholesalers in this sector typically acquire products from manufacturers, both domestic and international, and then sell them in bulk to retailers, interior designers, and other commercial customers. The key processes include inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods to the end-users.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the wholesale activities covered by NACE 46.47 include a diverse range of household, office, and shop furniture, such as sofas, chairs, tables, desks, and cabinets. Additionally, the industry relies on carpets, rugs, and various lighting equipment, including lamps, chandeliers, and other illumination products. Wholesalers in this sector also require warehousing facilities, transportation infrastructure, and a skilled workforce to manage the procurement, storage, and distribution of these goods.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry described by NACE 46.47 are the wholesale distribution of household, office, and shop furniture, carpets, and lighting equipment to a wide range of customers. These outputs are then consumed by various other NACE codes, including 47.59 Retail sale of furniture, lighting equipment and other household articles in specialised stores, 43.32 Joinery installation, and 95.24 Repair of furniture and home furnishings, among others. The efficient distribution of these products supports the operations of retailers, interior designers, and other businesses that cater to the furniture and home goods market.

Revisions to 46.47

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 46.47. The most recent 2 versions of this code (46.47) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.47.

Family tree for wholesale of household, office and shop furniture, carpets and lighting equipment

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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>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/47'>46.47: Wholesale of household, office and shop furniture, carpets and lighting equipment</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/41'>46.41: Wholesale of textiles</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/42'>46.42: Wholesale of clothing and footwear</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/43'>46.43: Wholesale of electrical household appliances</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/44'>46.44: Wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/45'>46.45: Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/46'>46.46: Wholesale of pharmaceutical and medical goods</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/48'>46.48: Wholesale of watches and jewellery</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/49'>46.49: Wholesale of other household goods</a>"]

    

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