Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics

NACE v2.0 Code: G46.45

About wholesale of perfume and cosmetics

NACE code 46.45 covers the wholesale of perfume and cosmetic products. This industry plays a vital role in the distribution and supply chain of personal care and beauty products, connecting manufacturers with retailers and consumers. As an essential link in the cosmetics and fragrance industry, the wholesale sector ensures the efficient movement of these goods from production to the final point of sale.

Production process

The wholesale of perfume and cosmetics involves the procurement, storage, and distribution of a wide range of products. Wholesalers typically source these items from 20.42 Manufacture of perfumes and toilet preparations and other specialized manufacturers, then organize the logistics of warehousing, transportation, and order fulfillment to deliver the goods to their retail customers.

Production inputs

Key inputs for the wholesale of perfume and cosmetics include a diverse portfolio of branded and private-label products, such as fragrances, makeup, skincare, and personal hygiene items. Wholesalers also require access to efficient transportation networks, warehousing facilities, and inventory management systems to ensure the timely and cost-effective distribution of these goods.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the wholesale of perfume and cosmetics industry are the delivery of these products to a range of retail outlets, including 47.25 Retail sale of beverages in specialised stores, 47.75 Retail sale of cosmetic and toilet articles in specialised stores, and other general merchandise stores. By facilitating the movement of these goods, the wholesale sector enables consumers to access a wide selection of personal care and beauty products through their preferred retail channels.

Revisions to 46.45

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 46.45. The most recent 1 version of this code (46.45) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 46.45 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (46.45).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
4649ISIC v4.0Wholesale of other household goods

Family tree for wholesale of perfume and cosmetics

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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/46/4'>46.4: Wholesale of household goods</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/45'>46.45: Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/41'>46.41: Wholesale of textiles</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/42'>46.42: Wholesale of clothing and footwear</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/43'>46.43: Wholesale of electrical household appliances</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/44'>46.44: Wholesale of china and glassware and cleaning materials</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/46'>46.46: Wholesale of pharmaceutical goods</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/47'>46.47: Wholesale of furniture, carpets and lighting equipment</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/48'>46.48: Wholesale of watches and jewellery</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/G/46/49'>46.49: Wholesale of other household goods</a>"]

    

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