MCC 4214 - Transportation. Delivery 
MCC 4214, often referred to as Transportation and Delivery, is designated for businesses that offer transportation services and logistical delivery solutions. This Merchant Category Code (MCC) is primarily used to classify companies that specialize in the movement of goods and materials, ensuring that products are efficiently delivered from one location to another. These businesses are fundamental to both local and international trade, catering to a wide range of industries that require the delivery of products as part of their operations.
Types of Services
- Freight & Logistics: Includes companies that handle the transportation of goods, whether by land, sea, or air. These entities manage the logistics of freighting from manufacturers to end consumers.
- Parcel Delivery: Entails services dedicated to the delivery of parcels and packages. This includes traditional companies like postal services and modern courier networks.
- Food and Grocery Delivery: Encompasses businesses that specialize in delivering meals, groceries, or perishables directly to consumers' homes or businesses.
Related MCCs
- MCC 4121: Taxicabs and Limousines: Focuses on passenger transportation services rather than the delivery of goods.
- MCC 4789: Transportation Services Not Elsewhere Classified: Includes transportation services that do not fit into more specific categories, providing a broader catch-all classification.
- MCC 4011: Railroads: Specifically covers businesses providing railroad transportation services.
FAQs
- What types of businesses typically use MCC 4214?
- Businesses involved in logistics, freight, courier services, and delivery use this MCC to categorize their transactions. - How does MCC 4214 benefit businesses?
- It helps in accurately categorizing business transactions for financial institutions, aiding in efficient financial management and reporting. - Are ride-sharing services included under this MCC?
- No, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft fall under MCC 4121 as they focus on passenger transportation.
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