Powered by LevrNAICS 455219: All other general merchandise retailers
NAICS 455219 is the industry code for all other general merchandise retailers. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Explore financing for retail and start your application when you are ready.
What 455219 covers
This code covers general merchandise retailers that are not department stores or supercenters, such as dollar stores, variety stores and general stores.
New code in NAICS 2022, replacing 452319 and adding online general merchandise sellers.
Included in this code
- Dollar stores
- Variety stores
- General stores
- Discount general merchandise stores
- Online general merchandise retailers
Not this code
- Department stores: see 455110 Department stores
- Warehouse clubs: see 455211 Warehouse clubs and supercenters
- Used merchandise stores: see 459510 Used merchandise retailers
Businesses that use 455219
Financing for this trade
Dollar and variety stores use inventory lines and SBA 7(a) loans for buildouts and acquisitions. Lenders look at inventory shrink and lease terms.
Apply for funding with AIIs 455219 the right code for a dollar and variety store?
Yes, if you sell a broad range of low priced general merchandise, as a dollar store, variety store or general store. Stores with full grocery lines plus merchandise use 455211. Online general merchandise marketplaces that sell their own stock also fit here.
What is the SBA size standard for 455219?
The SBA size standard for 455219 is $40M in average annual receipts. SBA averages total gross receipts over the last five completed fiscal years and adds in any affiliates under common control. A dollar and variety store at or below that figure counts as small for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans and for federal small business contracts.
What financing helps a dollar or variety store?
SBA 7(a) loans are used to buy stores and fund buildouts, and inventory lines carry stock. Shelving and point of sale systems use equipment loans. Lenders review shrink, lease terms and sales per square foot. A broker who works with many lenders can line up bank, SBA and alternative offers side by side, which often matters more than chasing the lowest headline price.
What does NAICS 455219 cover?
All other general merchandise retailers. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 44-45 Retail trade, 455 General merchandise retailers, 4552 Warehouse clubs, supercenters, and other general merchandise retailers, 45521 Warehouse clubs, supercenters, and other general merchandise retailers.
What financing do NAICS 455219 businesses use?
Equipment financing, working capital, SBA loans and invoice factoring are the products placed most for retail businesses. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.
Where do I put NAICS 455219?
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.