MCC 5169 - Chemicals 
The Merchant Category Code (MCC) 5169 is designated for businesses primarily engaged in the wholesale distribution of chemicals. This category encompasses a variety of enterprises dealing with industrial, agricultural, and other types of chemicals used across multiple industries. It plays a critical role in the supply chain by providing essential chemical products to manufacturers, industrial plants, and other commercial entities.
Types of Services
- Industrial Manufacturing: Wholesalers supplying raw chemical materials for use in manufacturing processes.
- Agriculture and Horticulture: Distributors of fertilizers, pesticides, and other chemicals essential for farming and plant care.
- Construction Chemicals: Providers of specialized chemicals used in construction and building maintenance.
- Laboratory and Science Supplies: Companies providing chemicals used in research and development labs.
Related MCCs
- MCC 5072: Hardware Equipment and Supplies: This code includes businesses dealing in hardware supplies, which may sometimes intersect with chemical suppliers but focuses more on physical tools and equipment.
- MCC 5551: Boat Dealers: While not directly related, businesses under this code may purchase chemicals for boat maintenance and cleaning from MCC 5169 categorized businesses.
- MCC 5199: Nondurable Goods, Not Elsewhere Classified: Covers broader categories of non-durable goods including other miscellaneous chemicals not specifically accounted for in MCC 5169.
FAQs
- What types of businesses typically use MCC 5169?
- Businesses involved in the wholesale distribution of chemicals to various industries, including manufacturers, agriculture, and laboratories. - Is MCC 5169 applicable to retail chemical sales?
- No, MCC 5169 specifically covers wholesale distributors, not retail operations. - How does MCC 5169 impact transaction categorization?
- Transactions with businesses under MCC 5169 are recognized as chemical purchases, which can affect data analytics, budgeting, and taxation for companies dealing with these businesses.
MCC Categories
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