Wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.81

About wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products

NACE code 46.81 covers the wholesale trade of solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels, as well as related products. This industry plays a crucial role in the energy supply chain, connecting producers and manufacturers with end-users such as industrial, commercial, and residential consumers. As a key component of the broader energy sector, the wholesale fuel industry is essential for powering economies and supporting economic growth across various industries.

Production process

The wholesale fuel industry primarily involves the procurement, storage, and distribution of fuels. Wholesalers may obtain fuels directly from producers, such as oil and gas companies, or through intermediaries. Fuels are then stored in specialized facilities, such as tank farms or depots, before being transported to customers using various modes of transportation, including trucks, trains, and pipelines.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the wholesale fuel industry include the raw materials (e.g., crude oil, natural gas, coal) that are processed and refined into various fuel products. Additionally, the industry relies on storage infrastructure, transportation networks, and specialized equipment, such as tankers and storage tanks, to handle and distribute the fuels. Skilled personnel, including logistics managers, sales representatives, and distribution specialists, are also essential for the efficient operation of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the wholesale fuel industry are the various solid, liquid, and gaseous fuels, such as gasoline, diesel, heating oil, propane, and natural gas. These fuels are then supplied to a wide range of industries and end-users, including 46.71 Wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products, 47.30 Retail sale of automotive fuel in specialised stores, 35.11 Production of electricity, 35.21 Manufacture of gas, and 23.20 Manufacture of refined petroleum products.

Revisions to 46.81

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 46.81. The most recent 1 version of this code (46.81) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.81.

Family tree for wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products

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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>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/81'>46.81: Wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/82'>46.82: Wholesale of metals and metal ores</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/83'>46.83: Wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/84'>46.84: Wholesale of hardware, plumbing and heating equipment and supplies</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/85'>46.85: Wholesale of chemical products</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/86'>46.86: Wholesale of other intermediate products</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/87'>46.87: Wholesale of waste and scrap</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/89'>46.89: Other specialised wholesale n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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