Other specialised wholesale

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.8

About other specialised wholesale

NACE code 46.8, 'Other specialised wholesale', encompasses a diverse range of wholesale trade activities that do not fall under more specific NACE codes. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy, facilitating the distribution and supply of a wide variety of goods and products to various downstream industries and end-consumers. Businesses operating within this NACE code act as intermediaries, connecting manufacturers, producers, and importers with retailers, industrial users, and other wholesale distributors.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve the procurement, storage, and distribution of goods. Wholesalers in this sector typically source products from manufacturers, producers, or importers, and then store and manage inventory in warehouses or distribution centers. They utilize logistics and transportation services to deliver the goods to their customers, which may include retailers, industrial users, or other wholesale enterprises.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the 'Other specialised wholesale' industry include a diverse range of products and goods, depending on the specific market segments served. Wholesalers in this sector may source raw materials, semi-finished goods, consumer products, or industrial supplies from 46.1 Wholesale on a fee or contract basis, 46.2 Wholesale of agricultural raw materials and live animals, 46.3 Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco, or other relevant NACE codes. Additionally, they require access to warehousing facilities, transportation networks, and information technology systems to manage their operations effectively.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the 'Other specialised wholesale' industry are the distribution and supply of a wide range of goods and products to various downstream industries and end-consumers. Wholesalers in this sector may serve as intermediaries between manufacturers, producers, or importers and 47.1 Retail sale in non-specialised stores, 47.2 Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco in specialised stores, 47.5 Retail sale of other household equipment in specialised stores, or other relevant NACE codes in the retail trade industry. They may also supply goods to industrial users, construction firms, or other wholesale enterprises.

Revisions to 46.8

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 46.8. The most recent 1 version of this code (46.8) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.8.

Older versions

Family tree for other 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/46/8'>46.8: Other specialised wholesale</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/46/4'>46.4: Wholesale of household goods</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/5'>46.5: Wholesale of information and communication equipment</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/6'>46.6: Wholesale of other machinery, equipment and supplies</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/7'>46.7: Wholesale of motor vehicles, motorcycles and related parts and accessories</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/46/81'>46.81: Wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/82'>46.82: Wholesale of metals and metal ores</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/83'>46.83: Wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment</a>"]
C --> O["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/84'>46.84: Wholesale of hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies</a>"]
C --> P["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/85'>46.85: Wholesale of chemical products</a>"]
C --> Q["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/86'>46.86: Wholesale of other intermediate products</a>"]
C --> R["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/87'>46.87: Wholesale of waste and scrap</a>"]
C --> S["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/89'>46.89: Other specialised wholesale n.e.c.</a>"]


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