MCC 7221 - Photographic Studios 
The Merchant Category Code 7221 is designated for Photographic Studios. This MCC is primarily used to classify businesses that provide professional photography services, which include capturing, processing, and producing images for clients. These services cater to a variety of needs, ranging from personal photo shoots to commercial and industrial photography applications.
Types of Services
- Portrait Photography: Includes personal and family portraits, headshots for professionals, and photography for special occasions like weddings and graduations.
- Commercial Photography: Encompasses advertising photography for products, lifestyle shoots, and corporate events.
- Event Photography: Captures memories at social gatherings such as weddings, birthdays, and corporate functions.
- Photo Processing Services: Offers photo editing, printing, and enhancement services.
Related MCCs
- MCC 7333: Commercial Photography, Art, and Graphics: Focuses on the application of photography for commercial purposes, including the creation of digital art and graphical content.
- MCC 7338: Quick Copy and Reproduction Services: Relates to services primarily offering photocopy, printing, and replication services, which might occasionally include photo printing.
FAQs
- What types of businesses should use MCC 7221?
- Businesses that offer professional photography services, including portrait studios and commercial photography services, should use this MCC. - Can event photographers use MCC 7221?
- Yes, photographers specializing in events, such as weddings or corporate events, fall under this category. - Do photo editing services fall under MCC 7221?
- Yes, services that include photo processing, editing, and enhancement typically use this MCC. - Is MCC 7221 applicable to videographers?
- No, videography services are usually categorized under a different MCC related to video production or filming services.
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