Funeral and related activities

NACE v2.1 Code: T96.3

About funeral and related activities

NACE code 96.3 covers the funeral and related activities industry, which plays a vital role in providing essential services to communities around the world. This industry is responsible for the preparation, management, and organization of funerals, burials, and other end-of-life ceremonies. As an integral part of the broader social and cultural fabric, the funeral industry helps individuals and families navigate the grieving process and honor the memory of their loved ones.

Production process

The main production techniques in the funeral industry involve the preparation and preservation of the deceased, the arrangement of funeral services, and the management of cemeteries and crematoriums. Funeral directors and embalmers use specialized techniques and equipment to care for the deceased, ensuring they are presented with dignity and respect. The organization of funeral services, including the coordination of ceremonies, transportation, and the provision of related goods and services, is also a key aspect of this industry's production processes.

Production inputs

The funeral industry relies on a range of inputs, including specialized equipment and supplies for embalming and body preparation, caskets and urns, floral arrangements, and vehicles for transportation. Additionally, the industry requires skilled professionals, such as funeral directors, embalmers, and cemetery workers, to carry out the necessary tasks. Funeral homes and crematoriums also require physical infrastructure, including facilities, utilities, and maintenance resources.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the funeral industry are the services and products related to the preparation, management, and organization of funerals, burials, and cremations. These outputs are consumed by individuals and families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The funeral industry's outputs may also be utilized by other related NACE codes, such as 96.0 Other personal service activities, 86.9 Other human health activities, and 94.9 Activities of other membership organizations n.e.c..

Revisions to 96.3

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 96.3. The most recent 1 version of this code (96.3) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 96.3.

Family tree for funeral and related activities

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T'>T: OTHER SERVICE ACTIVITIES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96'>96: Personal service activities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/3'>96.3: Funeral and related activities</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/1'>96.1: Washing and cleaning of textile and fur products</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/2'>96.2: Hairdressing, beauty treatment, day spa and similar activities</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/4'>96.4: Intermediation service activities for personal services</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/9'>96.9: Other personal service activities</a>"]

    C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/T/96/30'>96.30: Funeral and related activities</a>"]


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