Wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories

NACE v2.0 Code: G45.31

About wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories

NACE code 45.31 covers the wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader automotive supply chain, providing essential components and products to both automotive manufacturers and repair/maintenance service providers. As a key intermediary between producers and end-users, the wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories helps ensure the smooth and efficient distribution of these critical automotive components throughout the economy.

Production process

Businesses operating under NACE code 45.31 are primarily engaged in the wholesale distribution of a wide range of motor vehicle parts and accessories. This involves the procurement of products from manufacturers, the storage and warehousing of inventory, and the sale and delivery of these items to authorized dealers, repair shops, and other customers. Wholesalers leverage logistics and supply chain management techniques to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of parts and accessories to meet the demands of their clients.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories include a diverse range of automotive components, such as engine parts, electrical systems, suspension systems, and body parts. Wholesalers also rely on warehousing and logistics infrastructure, including storage facilities, transportation equipment, and information systems to manage their inventory and distribution operations. Additionally, this industry requires a skilled workforce capable of order processing, inventory management, and customer service.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories (NACE code 45.31) are the various automotive components and accessories that are distributed to other industries. These outputs are consumed by 45.11 Wholesale trade of motor vehicles, 45.20 Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles, and 45.32 Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories, among others. By facilitating the efficient distribution of these essential automotive products, the wholesale trade industry supports the broader automotive sector and the wider economy.

Revisions to 45.31

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 45.31. The most recent 7 versions of this code (45.31) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 45.31 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (45.31).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
4530ISIC v4.0Sale of motor vehicle parts and accessories

Family tree for wholesale trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories

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    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/45/32'>45.32: Retail trade of motor vehicle parts and accessories</a>"]

    

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