Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco

NACE v2.1 Code: G47.2

About retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco

NACE code 47.2 covers the retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco products. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, serving as a crucial link between producers and consumers. It encompasses a wide range of establishments, from small neighborhood grocery stores to large supermarket chains, all of which contribute to the efficient distribution and accessibility of essential consumer goods.

Production process

The retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco involves the procurement, storage, and sale of these products to the general public. Retailers in this industry typically source their inventory from 46.3 Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco and 10.0 Manufacture of food products or 11.0 Manufacture of beverages and 12.0 Manufacture of tobacco products. They then utilize various techniques, such as inventory management, product display, and customer service, to ensure a smooth and efficient shopping experience for their customers.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco include the products themselves, which are sourced from wholesalers and manufacturers. Additionally, retailers in this industry require various types of equipment, such as shelving, refrigeration units, and point-of-sale systems, as well as skilled personnel to manage inventory, handle customer transactions, and provide customer service.

Production outputs

The primary output of the retail sale of food, beverages, and tobacco is the sale of these products to individual consumers. The customers for this industry can be found across a wide range of NACE codes, including 47.1 Retail sale in non-specialized stores, 56.1 Restaurants and mobile food service activities, and 56.3 Beverage serving activities.

Revisions to 47.2

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 47.2. The most recent 3 versions of this code (47.2) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 47.2.

Family tree for retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco

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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/47'>47: Retail trade</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/2'>47.2: Retail sale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/1'>47.1: Non-specialised retail sale</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/3'>47.3: Retail sale of automotive fuel</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/4'>47.4: Retail sale of information and communication equipment</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/5'>47.5: Retail sale of other household equipment</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/6'>47.6: Retail sale of cultural and recreational goods</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/7'>47.7: Retail sale of other goods, except motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/8'>47.8: Retail sale of motor vehicles, motorcycles and related parts and accessories</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/9'>47.9: Intermediation service activities for retail sale</a>"]

    C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/21'>47.21: Retail sale of fruit and vegetables</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/22'>47.22: Retail sale of meat and meat products</a>"]
C --> N["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/23'>47.23: Retail sale of fish, crustaceans and molluscs</a>"]
C --> O["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/24'>47.24: Retail sale of bread, cake and confectionery</a>"]
C --> P["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/25'>47.25: Retail sale of beverages</a>"]
C --> Q["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/26'>47.26: Retail sale of tobacco products</a>"]
C --> R["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/G/47/27'>47.27: Retail sale of other food</a>"]


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