MCC 5912 - Drug Stores

MCC 5912 is designated for merchants operating as drug stores or pharmacies. These businesses primarily sell pharmaceutical products, health and wellness items, personal care products, and various over-the-counter medications. The MCC allows payment providers and issuers to effectively identify and classify transactions at these types of establishments.

Types of Services

• Retail Pharmaceuticals: Drug stores offer prescription filling services and sell over-the-counter medications for common ailments.
• Health and Wellness Products: Merchants in this category provide vitamins, supplements, and other wellness items.
• Beauty and Personal Care: These stores often stock skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products.
• Health Monitoring Equipment: Drug stores may sell items like blood pressure monitors, thermometers, and other health tracking devices.

Related MCCs

• MCC 5122: Drugs, Drug Proprietaries, and Druggist Sundries: This covers wholesalers that supply drugs and related products rather than retail outlets.
• MCC 5993: Cigar Stores and Stands: Focuses on tobacco products, which may be found in specialized sections of some drug stores but is a separate category.
• MCC 5971: Art Dealers and Galleries: Targets art sales and galleries, contrasting with the retail focus of drug stores.

FAQs

• Can a drug store also sell groceries?
  - Yes, many modern drug stores sell a limited range of groceries, although their primary MCC remains 5912.
• Do online pharmacies use the same MCC?
  - Online pharmacies may use the same code if their primary business is similar to physical drug stores but might use a different code if they operate as a mail-order service.
• How do issuers use this MCC?
  - Issuers use MCC 5912 to categorize transactions for benefits, rewards, or for monitoring certain types of expenses.

Merchants with MCC 5912 ↓ Add ↓

• Priceline Pharmacy World Square - Shop 9.01/644 George Street, Sydney
• Chemist Warehouse Melbourne Central - LG50 Melbourne Central Shopping Centre, 300 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
• Chemist Warehouse Alexandria - 135-139 McEvoy Street, Alexandria

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