MCC 5969 - Goods by mail 
The Merchant Category Code 5969, known as "Goods by Mail," pertains to businesses primarily engaged in the delivery of products to consumers via mail order or through online transactions. This category includes companies that offer a broad range of goods and services which are ordered through catalogs, direct mail, or online platforms, and then shipped directly to customers.
Types of Services
- E-commerce Platforms: Businesses that operate websites for ordering a wide variety of goods across different sectors, such as electronics, apparel, and home goods.
- Mail Order Catalog Companies: Traditional companies that send physical catalogs to customers, who then place orders by phone or mail.
- Subscription Boxes: Services where customers subscribe to receive boxes containing selected items, such as beauty supplies, snacks, or books, delivered regularly.
- Direct-to-Consumer Brands: Companies that sell products directly to consumers online, without traditional retail intermediaries.
Related MCCs
- MCC 5311: Department Stores: Covers traditional brick-and-mortar department stores, which may offer limited mail order services but primarily operate through physical retail spaces.
- MCC 5964: Direct Marketing - Catalog Merchants: Specific to businesses that market and sell products primarily via printed catalogs.
- MCC 5815: Digital Goods - Media: Focuses on the online sale and delivery of digital media products such as e-books, movies, and music.
FAQs
- How does MCC 5969 impact businesses?
- It categorizes businesses for payment processing, affecting merchant fees and regulating how transactions are handled. - Do all online stores fall under MCC 5969?
- Not necessarily. Some may fall under more specific codes related to their primary business model, such as digital goods or specialized industries. - Are there any specific compliance requirements for MCC 5969?
- Compliance is generally aligned with standard e-commerce and direct marketing regulations, including consumer protection laws and data privacy rules.
MCC Categories
Agricultural Services Airlines Business Services Car rent Cars and vehicles Clothing stores Contract services Entertainment services Government Services Hotels / Resorts Mail / Telephone Sales Membership оrganizations Miscellaneous Stores Not categorized Personal services Professional services Repair services Retail Outlet Services Service provider Transportation Services Utility Services Wholesale suppliers and manufacturers