Wholesale of other food, including fish, crustaceans and molluscs

NACE v2.0 Code: G46.38

About wholesale of other food, including fish, crustaceans and molluscs

NACE code 46.38 covers the wholesale of a wide range of food products, including fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. This industry plays a vital role in the food supply chain, connecting producers and manufacturers with retailers, restaurants, and other food service providers. By facilitating the efficient distribution of these essential food items, the wholesale industry under NACE 46.38 contributes significantly to the overall functioning of the economy and the availability of diverse food options for consumers.

Production process

Businesses operating under NACE 46.38 typically engage in the procurement, storage, and distribution of food products. They may source goods directly from 03.11 Fishing, 10.20 Processing and preserving of fish, crustaceans and molluscs, or other food producers. The products are then stored in temperature-controlled facilities and transported to customers using specialized logistics and transportation methods to ensure the freshness and quality of the goods.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the wholesale of food, fish, crustaceans, and molluscs under NACE 46.38 include the raw food products themselves, as well as storage and transportation infrastructure. Businesses in this industry may invest in refrigerated warehouses, cargo ships, and delivery vehicles to handle the specific requirements of perishable food items. Additionally, they may rely on information technology systems to manage inventory, logistics, and customer relationships.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the NACE 46.38 industry are the various food products, including fish, crustaceans, and molluscs, which are then distributed to a range of other industries and end-users. These outputs may be consumed by 47.11 Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating, 56.10 Restaurants and mobile food service activities, 56.21 Event catering activities, and other food service and retail establishments. By providing these essential food items, the wholesale industry under NACE 46.38 supports the broader food and hospitality sectors.

Revisions to 46.38

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 46.38. The most recent 3 versions of this code (46.38) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 46.38 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (46.38).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
4630ISIC v4.0Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco

Family tree for wholesale of other food, including fish, crustaceans and molluscs

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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/46/3'>46.3: Wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/38'>46.38: Wholesale of other food, including fish, crustaceans and molluscs</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/31'>46.31: Wholesale of fruit and vegetables</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/32'>46.32: Wholesale of meat and meat products</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/33'>46.33: Wholesale of dairy products, eggs and edible oils and fats</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/34'>46.34: Wholesale of beverages</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/35'>46.35: Wholesale of tobacco products</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/36'>46.36: Wholesale of sugar and chocolate and sugar confectionery</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/37'>46.37: Wholesale of coffee, tea, cocoa and spices</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/39'>46.39: Non-specialised wholesale of food, beverages and tobacco</a>"]

    

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