Agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials

NACE v2.0 Code: G46.13

About agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials

NACE code 46.13 covers the activities of agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials. This industry plays a crucial role in the construction and home improvement sectors, facilitating the distribution of essential raw materials and products. As an intermediary between manufacturers/suppliers and construction companies, wholesalers, and retailers, these agents help ensure the smooth flow of timber, wood products, and other building materials throughout the economy.

Production process

Agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials do not directly produce or manufacture these goods. Instead, their primary function is to act as intermediaries, connecting suppliers with buyers. They typically maintain relationships with a network of producers and distributors, allowing them to source a wide range of products and match them with the specific needs of their clients. These agents often leverage their industry knowledge, market insights, and negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and facilitate efficient transactions.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the activities covered by NACE code 46.13 are a comprehensive understanding of the timber and building materials market, strong relationships with suppliers, and the ability to effectively match products with the needs of construction companies, wholesalers, and retailers. Agents in this industry also require access to communication and information technology tools to facilitate the exchange of information and the processing of orders.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry described by NACE code 46.13 is the successful facilitation of sales transactions involving timber, wood products, and other building materials. These agents help connect 16.10 Sawmilling and planing of wood, 16.21 Manufacture of veneer sheets and wood-based panels, 23.52 Manufacture of lime and plaster, and other manufacturers and suppliers with construction companies, wholesalers, and retailers that require these essential materials and products. By acting as intermediaries, these agents contribute to the efficient distribution and availability of the inputs needed for various construction and home improvement projects.

Revisions to 46.13

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 46.13. The most recent 2 versions of this code (46.13) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 46.13 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (46.13).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
4610ISIC v4.0Wholesale on a fee or contract basis

Family tree for agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G'>G: WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE; REPAIR OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND MOTORCYCLES</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46'>46: Wholesale trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/1'>46.1: Wholesale on a fee or contract basis</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/13'>46.13: Agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/11'>46.11: Agents involved in the sale of agricultural raw materials, live animals, textile raw materials and semi-finished goods</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/12'>46.12: Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/14'>46.14: Agents involved in the sale of machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/15'>46.15: Agents involved in the sale of furniture, household goods, hardware and ironmongery</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/16'>46.16: Agents involved in the sale of textiles, clothing, fur, footwear and leather goods</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/17'>46.17: Agents involved in the sale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/18'>46.18: Agents specialised in the sale of other particular products</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/19'>46.19: Agents involved in the sale of a variety of goods</a>"]

    

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