What's the NAICS and SIC code for a print shop?
For a print shop, use NAICS 323111 (Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)) in the US and SIC 18129 (Printing n.e.c.) in the UK.
United States, NAICS 2022
323111 Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books)
Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books): flyers, cards, stationery and marketing print.
SBA small business limit: 650 employees.
United Kingdom, SIC 2007
18129 Printing n.e.c.
Printing n.e.c., which covers commercial print such as advertising material.
Use this code when you register with Companies House or file your confirmation statement.
When a different code fits better
These are the codes most often confused with the main answer. Pick by the activity that earns most of your revenue.
| Code | Title | Use it if |
|---|---|---|
| NAICS 323113 | Commercial Screen Printing | you mainly screen print, such as T-shirts |
| NAICS 561439 | Other Business Service Centers (including Copy Shops) | you mainly offer copying and self-service printing |
| SIC 18130 | Pre-press and pre-media services | you mainly offer pre-press and design for print |
| SIC 82190 | Photocopying, document preparation and other specialised office support activities | you mainly offer photocopying |
Good to know
You can list more than one code. Companies House accepts up to four SIC codes, and SAM.gov lets you add several NAICS codes, with one marked as primary.
What the code affects
- SBA programs and federal contracts: your NAICS code sets the size limit you must stay under to count as small. Check your size.
- SAM.gov registration: contracting officers search by NAICS, so list every code you can deliver work under.
- Companies House: your SIC code appears on the public register and in your confirmation statement.
Codes checked against the US Census 2022 NAICS index and the ONS UK SIC 2007 index. Information only; confirm with the agency you file with.