Wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment

NACE v2.1 Code: G46.83

About wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment

NACE code 46.83 covers the wholesale trade of a wide range of construction-related products, including wood, building materials, and sanitary equipment. This industry plays a crucial role in the construction and renovation sectors, serving as a vital link between manufacturers, suppliers, and construction companies. By facilitating the distribution of essential building materials, the wholesale trade industry under NACE 46.83 contributes significantly to the overall development and growth of the construction industry, which is a key driver of economic activity.

Production process

Wholesalers in this industry typically acquire products from manufacturers and suppliers, then store, package, and distribute them to their customers, which include construction firms, home improvement stores, and other businesses. The main processes involved include inventory management, order fulfillment, and logistics coordination to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods to the end-users.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for this industry are the various construction materials and products, such as 16.10 Sawmilling and planing of wood, 23.31 Manufacture of ceramic tiles and flags, 23.51 Manufacture of cement, and 22.23 Manufacture of builders' ware of plastic. Wholesalers also require warehousing facilities, transportation infrastructure, and skilled personnel to manage the supply chain and distribution processes.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the NACE 46.83 industry are the construction materials and products that are distributed to a wide range of customers, including 41.20 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, 42.11 Construction of roads and motorways, and 43.99 Other specialized construction activities n.e.c.. These materials and products are essential for the construction, renovation, and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and other structures.

Revisions to 46.83

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 46.83. The most recent 1 version of this code (46.83) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 46.83.

Family tree for wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment

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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/46/83'>46.83: Wholesale of wood, construction materials and sanitary equipment</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/81'>46.81: Wholesale of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/46/82'>46.82: Wholesale of metals and metal ores</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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