MCC 7535 - Car paints 
The Merchant Category Code (MCC) 7535 is designated for businesses primarily engaged in car paint services. These establishments specialize in applying or repairing paint on vehicles, catering mainly to car owners, automotive dealerships, and collision repair businesses.
Types of Services
- Automotive Refinishing: Businesses that repaint vehicles to improve or restore their appearance.
- Collision Repair: Facilities offering paint services as part of vehicle repair following collisions or damage.
- Custom Paint Shops: Operations providing bespoke or custom color applications, often for aesthetic enhancements.
- Paint Restoration: Services aimed at restoring the original look of a vehicle's paint, often seen in classic car restoration.
Related MCCs
- MCC 7531: Automotive Body Repair Shops: Focuses broadly on vehicle body repair including, but not limited to, paint services.
- MCC 7538: Automotive Service Shops (non-dealer): Encompasses a wider array of vehicle services unrelated to paint, such as mechanical repairs.
- MCC 7542: Car Wash: Specifically for services related to cleaning and detailing, not typically involving paint.
- MCC 5521: Auto & Truck Dealers (New & Used) Sales, Service, Repairs, Parts, and Leasing: Includes car dealing but extends to paint services offered by these dealers.
FAQs
- Is MCC 7535 applicable to paint manufacturers?
- No, MCC 7535 pertains to service providers applying paint to vehicles, not the manufacturers of the paint itself. - Can dealerships use MCC 7535 for billing?
- Yes, if they are providing paint-specific services as part of their operations. - How does this MCC affect credit transactions?
- This MCC may influence merchant fees and transaction categorization in credit card processing, important for financial tracking and rewards programs. - Can this MCC help in categorizing expenses?
- Absolutely, using MCC 7535 can help businesses and consumers accurately track and categorize vehicle-related expenses.
MCC Categories
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