MCC 5993 - Tobacco products 
This Merchant Category Code (MCC) 5993 is designated for transactions related to the sale of tobacco products. Its primary purpose is to classify businesses primarily engaged in selling tobacco and related products, ensuring appropriate transaction processing and regulatory compliance. This category includes establishments that specialize in retailing cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, and other related accessories.
Types of Services
- Tobacco Retail Stores: Businesses that focus predominantly on selling a wide range of tobacco products, including cigarettes and cigars.
- Specialty Tobacco Outlets: Shops that may offer pipes, hookahs, and specialized tobacco blends or accessories.
- Online Tobacco Retailers: E-commerce platforms offering tobacco products for purchase, subject to age verification regulations.
Related MCCs
- MCC 5994: News Dealers and Newsstands: Focuses on businesses selling newspapers and magazines, which may occasionally include tobacco products.
- MCC 5499: Miscellaneous Food Stores - Convenience Stores and Specialty Markets: Includes stores selling a variety of items like snacks and beverages, sometimes including tobacco products.
- MCC 5814: Fast Food Restaurants: Covers establishments primarily selling food and beverages; some may have tobacco sections.
FAQs
- What types of products are included in MCC 5993?
- Products include cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and pipe tobacco, as well as related accessories. - Can online retailers be classified under MCC 5993?
- Yes, provided they primarily sell tobacco products and comply with applicable regulations, such as age verification. - How does MCC 5993 affect businesses?
- It helps in processing transactions efficiently and ensures businesses adhere to relevant tobacco sale regulations.
MCC Categories
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