NAICS Code for Delivery Service
The primary NAICS code for Delivery Service is 492110 — Couriers and Express Delivery Services. Businesses classified under NAICS 492110 (Couriers and Express Delivery Services) are involved in: providing air, surface, or combined mode courier and express delivery services of parcels, but not operating under a universal service obligation. These parcels can include goods and documents, but the express delivery services are not part of the normal mail service. These services are generally between metropolitan areas, urban centers, or international, but the establishments of this industry form a network that includes local pick-up and delivery to serve their customers' needs. Typical activities include: Operating under a universal service obligation, Providing air, Surface, But not operating under a universal service obligation. Related codes include 115116 (Farm Management Services), 332812 (Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware), and Allied Services to Manufacturers), 333310 (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing).
Primary NAICS Code
492110Couriers and Express Delivery ServicesAlso commonly classified as:
49211Couriers and Express Delivery Services4921Couriers and Express Delivery ServicesAbout Delivery Service
Businesses classified under NAICS 492110 (Couriers and Express Delivery Services) are involved in: providing air, surface, or combined mode courier and express delivery services of parcels, but not operating under a universal service obligation. These parcels can include goods and documents, but the express delivery services are not part of the normal mail service. These services are generally between metropolitan areas, urban centers, or international, but the establishments of this industry form a network that includes local pick-up and delivery to serve their customers' needs.
Typical Business Activities
What's Included
- +Operating under a universal service obligation
- +Providing air
- +Surface
- +But not operating under a universal service obligation
How to Determine Your NAICS Code
While 492110 (Couriers and Express Delivery Services) is the most common classification for delivery service, your specific code depends on your primary revenue-generating activity. Review the included and excluded activities above to confirm this code fits your business. If your operations span multiple categories, use the code that best represents your largest source of revenue. You can also use the search tool below to describe your specific business activities and find the most accurate match.
Related NAICS Codes
Businesses in delivery service may also fall under these codes:
Example Companies
TForce Logistics
TForce Logistics is North America's final mile leader in same-day and next-day delivery solutions. Read more about TForce Logistics services.
Dallas, Texas, United States
Staples
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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
LaserShip
As of 2016, LaserShip has 63 distribution centers and four sorting centers servicing 22 states and Washington, D. C., and handles deliveries for Amazon's Same Day Service.
Vienna, Virginia, United States
Amazon Commercial Services Pty Limited
We support strategy development processes, planning together with the client organization, leveraging the available expertise and engaging the wider team for full buy-in.
Seattle, Washington, United States
Quadient
Quadient is the driving force behind the world’s most meaningful customer experiences. We help organizations build powerful connections with their customers.
Bagneux, Ile-de-France, France
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