NAICS 335921: Fiber optic cable manufacturing
NAICS 335921 is the industry code for fiber optic cable manufacturing. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Explore financing for manufacturing and start your application when you are ready.
What 335921 covers
This code covers makers of insulated fiber optic cable from purchased fiber.
Included in this code
- Fiber optic cable
- Fiber optic cable assemblies
- Armored and outdoor fiber cable
Not this code
- Optical fiber drawing: see 327212 Other pressed and blown glass and glassware manufacturing
- Copper communication cable: see 335929 Other communication and energy wire manufacturing
- Fiber connectors: see 334417 Electronic connector manufacturing
Businesses that use 335921
Financing for this trade
Fiber cable makers finance extrusion and cabling lines with equipment loans and use lines of credit for fiber inventory and receivables. Lenders look at broadband buildout demand.
Apply for funding with AIIs 335921 the right code for a fiber optic cable manufacturer?
Yes, if you make insulated fiber optic cable from purchased fiber. Drawing optical fiber from glass belongs in 327212, copper cable in 335929 and fiber connectors in 334417. Contractors installing fiber networks use 237130. When your work spans two codes, choose the one tied to your largest revenue line and use it consistently on tax and loan forms.
What is the SBA size standard for 335921?
Under 13 CFR 121.201, a business classified under NAICS 335921 is small if it averages no more than 1,000 employees, counting affiliates, over the prior 24 months. SBA uses that number for loan eligibility and federal agencies use it for small business set asides. A firm above it can still qualify for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans under the alternative standard of $15 million tangible net worth and $5 million average net income.
How do fiber cable makers finance growth?
Broadband programs have driven demand, so makers often finance new cabling lines with equipment loans and grow their revolving lines to carry fiber and finished reels. Lenders look at carrier and contractor contracts, backlog and fiber supply agreements. Having two years of tax returns, interim financials and an equipment list ready shortens the process.
What does NAICS 335921 cover?
Fiber optic cable manufacturing. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 31-33 Manufacturing, 335 Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing, 3359 Other electrical equipment and component manufacturing, 33592 Communication and energy wire and cable manufacturing.
What financing do NAICS 335921 businesses use?
Equipment financing, working capital, SBA loans and invoice factoring are the products placed most for manufacturing businesses. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.
Where do I put NAICS 335921?
On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.