Printing and reproduction of recorded media

NACE v2.0 Code: C18

About printing and reproduction of recorded media

NACE code 18 covers the printing and reproduction of recorded media, a vital industry that plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry encompasses a wide range of activities, from the printing of newspapers, books, and magazines to the reproduction of audio, video, and software recordings. As a key component of the information and communication sector, the printing and media reproduction industry is essential for the dissemination of knowledge, entertainment, and commercial content.

Production process

The main production techniques used in this industry involve various printing methods, such as offset printing, digital printing, and screen printing. These techniques allow for the efficient and high-quality reproduction of text, images, and other content on a variety of media, including paper, plastic, and electronic formats. The industry also utilizes specialized equipment and processes for the duplication and packaging of recorded media, such as CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs.

Production inputs

The printing and media reproduction industry requires a range of inputs, including paper, ink, printing plates, and other consumables. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized machinery, such as printing presses, binding equipment, and media duplication systems. The industry also requires skilled labor, including graphic designers, pre-press technicians, and machine operators, to ensure the quality and efficiency of the production process.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the printing and media reproduction industry are printed materials, such as books, magazines, newspapers, and commercial materials, as well as recorded media, such as CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray discs. These outputs are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 58 Publishing activities, 59 Motion picture, video and television programme production, sound recording and music publishing activities, and 47 Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles.

Revisions to 18

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 18. The most recent 5 versions of this code (18) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 18 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (18).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
18ISIC v4.0Printing and reproduction of recorded media

Family tree for printing and reproduction of recorded media

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/18'>18: Printing and reproduction of recorded media</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/10'>10: Manufacture of food products</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/11'>11: Manufacture of beverages</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/12'>12: Manufacture of tobacco products</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/13'>13: Manufacture of textiles</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/14'>14: Manufacture of wearing apparel</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/15'>15: Manufacture of leather and related products</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/16'>16: Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/17'>17: Manufacture of paper and paper products</a>"]
A --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/19'>19: Manufacture of coke and refined petroleum products</a>"]
A --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/20'>20: Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products</a>"]
A --> M["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/21'>21: Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations</a>"]
A --> N["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/22'>22: Manufacture of rubber and plastic products</a>"]
A --> O["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/23'>23: Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products</a>"]
A --> P["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/24'>24: Manufacture of basic metals</a>"]
A --> Q["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/25'>25: Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> R["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/26'>26: Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products</a>"]
A --> S["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/27'>27: Manufacture of electrical equipment</a>"]
A --> T["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/28'>28: Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.</a>"]
A --> U["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/29'>29: Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers</a>"]
A --> V["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/30'>30: Manufacture of other transport equipment</a>"]
A --> W["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/31'>31: Manufacture of furniture</a>"]
A --> X["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/32'>32: Other manufacturing</a>"]
A --> Y["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/33'>33: Repair and installation of machinery and equipment</a>"]

    B --> Z["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/18/1'>18.1: Printing and service activities related to printing</a>"]
B --> BA["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/C/18/2'>18.2: Reproduction of recorded media</a>"]


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