MCC 0743 - Wine producers 
The Merchant Category Code (MCC) 0743 is designated for businesses primarily involved in wine production. This MCC is used by companies whose principal business activities include crafting and producing wine. These businesses may range from small boutique wineries to large-scale wine producers. The primary purpose of this MCC is to categorize and identify businesses for credit card processing and related financial services.
Types of Services
- Winemaking Facilities: Includes organizations that engage in the fermentation, bottling, and aging of wines.
- Wine Tasting and Tours: Many wine producers offer tastings and tours as part of their operational and marketing strategies, enhancing the customer experience.
- Wholesale Wine Sales: Some producers operate as wholesalers, distributing their products to retailers, restaurants, and other outlets.
- Direct-to-Consumer Sales: Many wineries sell their products directly to consumers, utilizing both on-premises sales and online platforms.
Related MCCs
- MCC 5813: Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages): This MCC is for establishments primarily serving beverages for consumption on the premises, such as bars or pubs.
- MCC 5921: Package Stores—Beer, Wine, and Liquor: Retail establishments that sell packaged alcoholic beverages, including wine, for off-premises consumption.
- MCC 5499: Miscellaneous Food Stores—Specialty Stores: This may include gourmet or specialty foods stores that sell wine as part of their product offerings.
FAQs
- What types of businesses typically use MCC 0743?
- This MCC is used by businesses primarily engaged in the production and sale of wine, including wineries and vineyards. - How does MCC 0743 impact credit card processing?
- MCC 0743 allows wine producers to be recognized by credit card companies for categorizing transactions, potentially affecting transaction fees and rewards programs. - Can a wine tasting room use MCC 0743?
- Yes, if the tasting room is part of a wine producer’s business operations, it can use MCC 0743 to categorize its transactions. - Are there any specific compliance requirements for businesses under MCC 0743?
- Businesses under MCC 0743 must comply with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to alcohol sales and production, which can vary by region.
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