Non-specialised wholesale trade

NACE code 46.90 covers the non-specialised wholesale trade industry, which plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry encompasses the sale of a variety of goods, including consumer products, industrial supplies, and other merchandise, without a particular specialization. Non-specialised wholesalers act as intermediaries between manufacturers, producers, and retailers, facilitating the efficient distribution of goods and ensuring the availability of a wide range of products to consumers.

The main production techniques in the non-specialised wholesale trade industry involve the procurement, storage, and distribution of goods. Wholesalers typically source products from a diverse range of suppliers, negotiate bulk purchase agreements, and maintain inventory to meet the demands of their retail and commercial customers. Efficient logistics, including transportation, warehousing, and order fulfillment, are crucial to the industry's operations.

The key inputs for the non-specialised wholesale trade industry include a wide variety of consumer and industrial goods, such as 46.16 Wholesale of textiles, clothing and footwear, 46.43 Wholesale of electrical household appliances, and 46.75 Wholesale of chemical products. Wholesalers also require access to reliable transportation networks, warehousing facilities, and information technology systems to manage their supply chains effectively.

The primary outputs of the non-specialised wholesale trade industry are the distribution and sale of a diverse range of goods to various downstream industries. These include 47.11 Retail sale in non-specialised stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating, 47.19 Other retail sale in non-specialised stores, and 46.69 Wholesale of other machinery and equipment. By connecting manufacturers and producers with retailers and end-users, the non-specialised wholesale trade industry plays a vital role in the efficient flow of goods throughout the economy.