NACE Industry Classification Codes

The cultivation of cereals, leguminous crops, and oil seeds in open fields represents a major agricultural sector covering wheat, barley, beans, lentils, soya beans, sunflower, and numerous other varieties. Leading producers include Sierentz Agro Brasil, Limagrain, and Agropecuaria Sao Gotardo, demonstrating the industry's significant commercial scale.

Rice farming involves the production of rice crops through traditional and innovative growing methods, including organic and genetically modified varieties. Major operators like Granja Mangueira Agro Pecuaria SA and Fazenda Da Coxilha Agropecuaria represent the substantial commercial scale of this staple crop industry.

Growing vegetables, melons, roots, and tubers encompasses leafy vegetables, fruit-bearing varieties, mushrooms, and bulbous crops including tomatoes, lettuce, carrots, and onions. Industry leaders such as Hm.clause and Bonduelle Europe Long Life highlight the significant commercial importance of fresh vegetable production.

Sugar cane cultivation represents a major agricultural activity focused on producing raw sugar cane for processing into sugar and other byproducts. Companies like Condominio De Produtores Rurais De Cana-De-Acucar and Tirolesa Agropecuaria operate at substantial scales in this global commodity industry.

Tobacco farming involves the production of unmanufactured tobacco leaf for processing into finished tobacco products. Notable growers including Anthony Bittel and Howard Farms operate this specialized agricultural sector with significant commercial operations.

Fibre crop production covers cotton, jute, flax, hemp, sisal, and other textile plant varieties used in fabric and material manufacturing. Major agricultural companies like Monsanto Do Brasil and Corteva Agriscience Do Brasil demonstrate the industry's importance in global textile supply chains.

This sector cultivates non-perennial crops including forage plants, flowers, and specialized vegetation such as clover, alfalfa, and decorative flower varieties for cut flower production. The industry supplies both agricultural feed materials and horticultural products for commercial and consumer markets.

Grape cultivation encompasses the production of wine grapes and table grapes in established vineyards for fresh consumption and winemaking purposes. Prestigious producers like Baron Philippe De Rothschild SA and Chateau Lafite Rothschild represent the high-value nature of this perennial crop industry.

Tropical and subtropical fruit production covers high-value crops including avocados, bananas, mangoes, pineapples, and papayas grown in warm climate regions. This sector supplies global markets with exotic fruits that require specialized growing conditions and climate management.

Citrus fruit cultivation focuses on growing oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruit, and tangerines through established orchards and farming operations. Industry leaders including Louis Dreyfus Company Sucos S/A and Alfa Citrus Comercio De Frutas operate at significant commercial scales serving global juice and fresh fruit markets.

Pome and stone fruit production covers apples, pears, cherries, peaches, apricots, and plums grown in orchards with specialized horticultural management. Established producers like Stadelman Fruit and Fischer S/A Agroindustria represent the commercial significance of this temperate fruit sector.

Berry, nut, and other tree fruit cultivation encompasses strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, almonds, walnuts, and hazelnuts produced through specialized farming methods. This diverse sector supplies both fresh markets and processing industries with nutritious, high-value fruit and nut products.

Oleaginous fruit production focuses on coconuts, olives, and oil palms cultivated for oil extraction and food production purposes. These perennial crops represent important agricultural commodities with applications across food, cosmetic, and industrial sectors globally.

Beverage crop farming covers the cultivation of coffee, tea, cocoa, and maté plants destined for processing into widely consumed beverages. This sector represents a major global agricultural industry supporting millions of producers and serving international commodity markets.

Spice, aromatic, and pharmaceutical crop production encompasses pepper, chillies, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, vanilla, hops, and medicinal plant varieties. These specialty crops serve food flavoring, pharmaceutical, and commercial industries with high-value agricultural products.

This sector includes rubber tree latex production, Christmas tree cultivation, and sap extraction from trees for commercial purposes. Operations also encompass growing vegetable materials used for plaiting, representing diverse perennial crop applications serving various industrial markets.

Plant propagation involves producing vegetative planting materials including seedlings, cuttings, bulbs, and nursery stock for ornamental and agricultural use. Industry providers like Vilmorin & Cie and Tagawa Greenhouses operate specialized production facilities serving landscaping, horticulture, and agricultural replanting markets.

Dairy cattle raising encompasses the breeding and management of dairy herds for raw milk production from cows and buffaloes. Leading producers including Plena Alimentos S/A and Itacumbi Agricola E Pastoril operate commercial-scale operations supplying dairy processing industries.

Beef cattle and buffalo farming focuses on raising and breeding livestock specifically for meat production and bovine semen collection. This sector supports global meat supply chains through specialized livestock management and breeding programs.

Horse and equine raising involves breeding and managing horses, asses, mules, and hinnies for various agricultural and commercial purposes. This traditional livestock sector supports equestrian industries, agriculture, and transportation applications across diverse markets.

Camel and camelid farming encompasses the raising and breeding of dromedary camels and South American camelids for meat, fiber, and other agricultural products. This specialized sector is particularly significant in arid and semi-arid regions with established pastoral traditions.

Sheep and goat farming includes breeding and management of flocks for raw milk, wool, and meat production through pastoral and intensive operations. Major producers like Bergerie De La Combe Aux Loups operate substantial operations serving dairy, textile, and meat industries globally.

This activity encompasses the commercial raising and breeding of swine for meat production. Major producers in this sector include Ferme De Peri Earl, Companhia Nordestina De Suinocultura Consui, and Kerjean.

Poultry farming involves raising and breeding chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, and guinea fowls, as well as operating hatcheries and producing eggs. Leading companies such as Globoaves Sao Paulo Agroavicola, Granja Planalto, and Eclocea dominate this industry.

This category covers raising diverse animals including ostriches, emus, rabbits, silkworms, bees, and pet animals like cats and dogs, along with related products such as honey, beeswax, and fur skins. Notable operators include Honey Cox Farms INC, Stahlman Apiaries INC, and the University Of Illinois.

Mixed farming combines crop and animal production without specializing in either sector, with neither activity exceeding 66% of the farm's standard gross margins. Industry participants range from small operations like SAS Etablissements Lajus to larger enterprises such as Sanderson Farms, LLC.

Support services for crop production include field preparation, crop treatment, spraying, harvesting, and irrigation management performed on a fee or contract basis. Companies like Golden Peanut Company, LLC and Bom Futuro Agricola provide these specialized agricultural services.

This sector provides contract-based support services for animal production including herd testing, artificial insemination, sheep shearing, and farm animal boarding. Service providers such as Dairy One Cooperative INC and Genes Diffusion serve the livestock industry.

Post-harvest crop activities prepare agricultural products for market through cleaning, grading, disinfecting, and processing operations like cotton ginning and cocoa bean preparation. These services ensure crops meet quality standards for primary market distribution.

Seed processing for propagation improves seed quality through removal of damaged materials and moisture control until seeds are ready for market. This essential activity includes drying, cleaning, grading, and treating seeds for optimal germination and storage.

Commercial hunting and trapping operations capture wild animals for food, fur, skins, research, and zoos, also producing fur and reptile skins from these activities. Operators like Federation Departementale Des Chasseurs and J & R Outfitters INC engage in this trade.

Silviculture encompasses growing standing timber through planting, replanting, and forest management, along with operating forest tree nurseries. Major forestry companies including Erva-Mate Reflorestadora SA and Office National Des Forets manage extensive forest operations.

Logging involves harvesting roundwood for industrial use and fuel, including gathering forest residues and producing charcoal through traditional methods. Large-scale operators like Brascomp Compensados Do Brasil SA and Senges Florestadora supply timber to manufacturing industries.

Gathering of wild non-wood forest products includes collecting mushrooms, berries, nuts, cork, resins, and other natural materials from forests. Specialized collectors and traders like Planfor and Groupement Forestier De Port Leyron source these valuable forest resources.

Support services to forestry cover contract-based activities including forest inventories, management consulting, timber evaluation, fire protection, and pest control. These specialized services help optimize forest operations and productivity.

Marine fishing encompasses commercial fishing in ocean and coastal waters, including capture of crustaceans, molluscs, and other marine aquatic animals. Major seafood producers like Condessa Importacao Exportacao and Agrocam operate large-scale marine fishing operations.

Freshwater fishing involves commercial fishing in inland waters for fish, crustaceans, and molluscs. This sector supplies freshwater aquatic resources for food production and market distribution.

Marine aquaculture includes fish farming in salt water, production of bivalve spat and shrimp larvae, and cultivation of crustaceans and edible seaweeds. This controlled farming method produces marine species for commercial markets.

Freshwater aquaculture encompasses fish farming in freshwater environments, operation of hatcheries, and frog farming for commercial production. Operators like Dunn's Fish Farms INC and Ipiabas Agro Rural specialize in freshwater species cultivation.

Hard coal mining extracts coal through underground and surface methods, with processing including cleaning and compression to improve quality and facilitate transport. Major operators include Dana Mining Company LLC and Companhia Riograndense De Mineracao Crm.

Lignite mining extracts brown coal through underground or surface operations, with processing to improve transport and storage characteristics. Industry leaders like Charbonnages De France and Pittston Coal Company operate significant mining operations.

This class covers the extraction of crude petroleum oils from underground reserves. Major operators in this sector include Pioneer Natural Resources USA, Burlington Resources LLC, Continental Resources, and Total Austral.

Natural gas extraction involves the production of crude gaseous hydrocarbons, condensates, and associated liquid fractions through drilling and separation processes. Leading companies in this field include Dcc Propane LLC, Enterprise Products Operating LLC, and Stabilis Energy LLC.

Iron ore mining encompasses the extraction and beneficiation of ores valued primarily for their iron content. Major players in this industry include Vale S/A, Brazil Iron Mineracao, and Avg Empreendimentos Minerarios S/A.

This class includes mining uranium and thorium ores, concentrating these materials, and manufacturing yellowcake for nuclear applications. Key operators include Power Resources Inc. and Industrias Nucleares Do Brasil S A.

Non-ferrous metal ore mining covers extraction of ores valued for metals such as copper, aluminum, zinc, nickel, gold, and silver, along with associated precious metals. Southern Copper Corporation and Compagnie Miniere Esperance are among the leading companies in this sector.

Quarrying of ornamental and building stone includes extraction and processing of marble, granite, limestone, gypsum, and slate through breaking, crushing, and sawing operations. Notable operators include Stabler Companies Inc. and Riuma Mineracao.

This class encompasses extraction of sand and gravel through quarrying and dredging, as well as mining of clays and kaolin materials. Major companies operating in this sector include Heidelberg Materials France Granulats and Cemex Granulats.

Chemical and fertiliser mineral mining involves extraction of phosphates, potassium salts, sulphur, barytes, borates, and earth colours used as chemical sources. Tata Chemicals and Compagnie Des Salins Du Midi are significant operators in this industry.

Peat extraction includes digging and preparation of peat to improve its quality for transport and storage purposes. This activity serves as a raw material source for various industrial and horticultural applications.

Salt extraction covers underground mining through dissolution and pumping, as well as production from seawater evaporation, including crushing and purification by the producer. The extracted salt serves multiple industrial and commercial purposes.

Other mining and quarrying activities include extraction of abrasive materials, asbestos, natural graphite, talc, gemstones, and natural bitumen materials. Bmi Oldco Inc., Gma Garnet USA Corp., and Saibreira Sant'ana are notable companies in this diversified sector.

Support activities for petroleum and natural gas extraction provide specialized services including exploration, directional drilling, well maintenance, and liquefaction of natural gas at extraction sites on a fee or contract basis. Major service providers include Hawkwood Energy Management LLC, Us Shale Solutions LLC, and Ocyan S/A.

Support services for mining and quarrying operations include exploration, core sampling, test drilling, and draining services provided on a fee or contract basis to mining companies. Leading providers in this sector include 45-8 Group, Mineracao Canopus, and Itajara Minerios.

Meat processing operations include slaughterhouses and production facilities that kill, dress, and process beef, pork, lamb, and other livestock into fresh, chilled, or frozen meat products. Major facilities operate integrated operations handling large volumes of production daily.

Poultry meat processing involves slaughterhouses and production facilities specializing in killing, dressing, and processing poultry into individual portions and edible products. Top companies including Mountaire Farms, Zanchetta Alimentos, and Arrive operate large-scale operations supplying global poultry meat markets.

This class covers the production of processed meat and poultry meat products, including dried, salted, and smoked varieties, as well as sausages, pâtés, and other specialty meat preparations. Major companies like Cargill Meat Solutions, Fleury Michon, and Socopa Viandes operate in this significant global meat processing industry.

Fish, crustacean, and mollusc processing and preservation involves freezing, smoking, canning, and other preservation methods to produce fish fillets, caviar, and related seafood products. Leading firms such as Findus France and Aqualande dominate this specialized seafood processing sector.

Potato processing transforms raw potatoes into frozen products, dehydrated mashed potatoes, crisps, and flour through various manufacturing techniques. Companies like Frito-Lay North America and Mike-Sell's are major players in this competitive snack and processed potato market.

Manufacturing fruit and vegetable juices involves extracting and processing juice from fresh produce for consumer consumption. This concentrated beverage production serves a substantial global market with consistent demand for fresh and processed juice products.

This sector encompasses the production of fruit and vegetable-based foods through preservation methods such as freezing, canning, and pickling, plus the manufacture of jams, marmalades, and roasted nut products. Industry leaders including Pinnacle Foods and Bonduelle Europe produce diverse fruit and vegetable food items for retail distribution.

Vegetable oil manufacturing involves extracting, refining, and processing crude oils from seeds and nuts such as olives, soybeans, sunflowers, and palm sources. Global giants like Bunge Foundation and Louis Dreyfus Company Brasil dominate this large-scale commodity oil production industry.

Margarine and edible fat production creates plant-based spreads, compound cooking fats, and butter substitutes through specialized blending and processing techniques. Companies such as Cargill France and Saipol are key manufacturers in this competitive edible fats market.

Dairy operations encompass the full range of milk processing, including pasteurization, cream separation, butter and cheese making, yoghurt production, and milk powder manufacturing. Major players like Compagnie Des Fromages Et Richesmonts and Novus Foods operate extensive dairy production facilities serving global markets.

Ice cream and frozen dessert manufacturing produces various forms of frozen treats including traditional ice cream and sorbets for retail distribution. Leading manufacturers such as Froneri France and Haagen Dazs maintain significant market positions in this consumer-focused frozen dessert industry.

Grain mill product manufacturing transforms cereals and legumes into flour, groats, rice products, and breakfast cereals through milling and processing operations. Major firms including Moulins Soufflet and Cereal Partners France supply these essential grain-based ingredients to food manufacturers worldwide.

Starch and starch product manufacturing involves extracting starch from grains and potatoes, plus producing glucose syrups, gluten, and corn oil through wet milling processes. Companies like Roquette Freres and Tereos Starch & Sweeteners Europe are leading producers of industrial starches and sweetening agents.

Fresh bread, pastry, and cake manufacturing produces bakery products including breads, rolls, pastries, and cakes for immediate or short-term consumption through traditional baking processes. Major bakers such as Earthgrains and Delifrance operate extensive production facilities supplying fresh bakery products to retail channels.

Dry bakery product manufacturing creates preserved items including rusks, biscuits, cookies, crackers, and snacks with extended shelf life through specialized baking and preservation techniques. Companies like Mondelez France and Intersnack France dominate this global biscuits and snacks market segment.

Pasta and farinaceous product manufacturing produces macaroni, noodles, couscous, and related grain-based products in fresh, cooked, or preserved forms. Manufacturers such as Lustucru Frais and Heimburger supply both retail and foodservice channels with diverse pasta products.

Sugar manufacturing extracts, refines, and processes sucrose from cane, beet, and other plant sources to produce sugar, syrups, and molasses. Large agribusiness companies like Tereos and Raizen are major sugar producers operating integrated agricultural processing operations.

Cocoa, chocolate, and sugar confectionery manufacturing creates chocolate products, caramels, nougats, chewing gum, and preserved fruit confections through specialized candy and chocolate processing. Global confectionery giants such as Mondelez and Ferrero France command significant market share in this consumer goods sector.

Tea and coffee processing involves roasting, decaffeinating, grinding, and blending operations to produce ground coffee, soluble coffee, tea blends, and related beverage extracts. Industry leaders including Massimo Zanetti Beverage and Tres Coracoes supply these popular hot beverage products worldwide.

Condiment and seasoning manufacturing produces spices, sauces, mayonnaise, mustard, and vinegar through blending and preparation of flavor-enhancing ingredients. This sector serves diverse culinary applications across foodservice and retail consumer markets.

Prepared meal and dish manufacturing creates ready-to-heat or ready-to-eat multi-ingredient foods preserved through freezing or canning, including frozen pizzas, meat dishes, and vegetable preparations. This convenience food sector serves busy consumers seeking quick meal solutions with consistent quality and safety standards.

Specialized food manufacturing focuses on nutritionally formulated products for specific dietary needs including infant formula, medical nutrition, gluten-free foods, and sports nutrition products. Companies like Nutrition Et Sante develop scientifically-designed foods addressing particular health conditions and nutritional requirements.

Other food product manufacturing encompasses soups, broths, food supplements, sandwiches, and fresh prepared foods not classified elsewhere, serving niche market segments. Manufacturers such as McCain Alimentaire produce diverse perishable and shelf-stable prepared food items for retail and foodservice distribution.

Animal feed manufacturing produces formulated nutritionally-balanced feeds for livestock and farm animals, including concentrated supplements and specialized diet preparations. Major feed producers like Cargill and DSM Produtos Nutricionais serve the agricultural sector with science-based animal nutrition solutions.

Pet food manufacturing creates specialized prepared feeds formulated to meet the nutritional requirements of companion animals including dogs, cats, birds, and fish. Industry leaders such as Nestle Purina and Purina Mills dominate this growing pet nutrition market with premium product lines.

Spirits distilling and blending produces alcoholic beverages including whisky, brandy, gin, and liqueurs through fermentation and distillation of base materials. Major distillers like Campari France and E. Remy Martin operate sophisticated production facilities creating premium spirits for global markets.

Wine manufacturing encompasses grape fermentation and processing to produce still wines, sparkling wines, and fortified wine products for consumption and aging. Established wine producers such as Champagne Bollinger and Les Grands Chais De France maintain heritage operations producing world-renowned wine varieties.

This industry covers the fermented production of cider, perry, sake, and other fruit wines that are not distilled. Companies in this sector focus on crafting fermented alcoholic beverages from fruit-based raw materials using traditional and modern fermentation techniques.

The manufacture of vermouth and similar fortified wine products falls under this classification of non-distilled fermented beverages. These specialty drinks represent a niche segment within the broader fermented beverage industry with distinct flavor profiles and production methods.

Beer manufacturing encompasses the production of malt liquors including ales, porters, stouts, and standard beers at industrial and commercial scales. Major global players like Ambev S/A, Cervejaria Petropolis, and Brasserie Meteor dominate this established and competitive industry.

This sector produces non-alcoholic beverages including bottled mineral waters, soft drinks, flavored waters, and carbonated beverages free from alcohol content. Leading companies such as Nestlé Waters Supply Est, Evian, and Orangina Suntory France Production drive significant market share in this consumer-focused industry.

Tobacco product manufacturing includes the production of cigarettes, cigars, fine cut tobacco, pipe tobacco, and reconstituted tobacco for consumer use. Top manufacturers like Philip Morris USA Inc., IBC-Industria Brasileira De Cigarros, and Ltr Industries represent a heavily regulated global industry.

This activity encompasses preparatory operations on textile fibers and the spinning of yarn or thread from silk, wool, animal, vegetable, or synthetic materials for weaving and sewing. Companies like Polyenka and Companhia Industrial Do Sisal specialize in transforming raw fibers into finished yarns ready for further textile processing.

Textile weaving involves the production of broad woven fabrics from cotton, wool, silk, synthetic yarns, and other materials for diverse applications. Established weavers including Fam LLC, Gs Tinturaria E Textil, and Santa Tereza Textil operate sophisticated loom operations producing quality fabric goods.

The finishing of textiles includes bleaching, dyeing, dressing, shrinking, and other treatments applied to textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, and apparel. Specialized finishing companies like Covolan Beneficiamentos Texteis, France Teinture, and Rafash Industria enhance textile properties and colors for end-use applications.

Knitted and crocheted fabric manufacturing produces pile fabrics, terry fabrics, net fabrics, and various other knitted products using specialized machinery. Producers like Mchenry Manufacturing, Weifang Tianhao Textile, and Xiamen Kahaofu Technology create diverse fabric options for apparel and industrial applications.

This sector manufactures made-up textile articles including blankets, bed linens, cushions, curtains, tarpaulins, tents, and furnishing goods from various textile materials. Companies such as Altenburg Textil and Companhia Tecidos Santanense produce functional and decorative home and outdoor textile products.

Carpet and rug manufacturing involves the production of textile floor coverings including carpets, rugs, mats, and tiles for residential and commercial use. Industry leaders like Shaw Industries Group, The Dixie Group Inc., and Interfaceflor LLC produce diverse flooring solutions combining aesthetics with durability.

The production of cordage, rope, twine, netting, and related products from textile fibers includes fishing nets, maritime equipment, and industrial lifting solutions. Manufacturers like Zig Zag O.I., Groupe Godet, and Industria E Comercio Riomar Cordas create essential rope and netting products for maritime, agricultural, and industrial sectors.

Non-woven textile manufacturing and the production of articles made from non-woven materials serves diverse applications across automotive, hygiene, construction, and filtration industries. Specialized producers including SA Aplix, Adler Pelzer France, and Schoeller Industries create engineered non-woven solutions for technical applications.

Technical and industrial textile manufacturing includes narrow woven fabrics, labels, ornamental trimmings, coated fabrics, metallised yarn, and tyre cord fabrics for specialized industrial use. Companies like Saertex Tecidos Brasil and Spansin Inc. produce high-performance textiles for automotive, aerospace, and protective applications.

This category encompasses the manufacture of felt, lace, embroidery, pressure-sensitive cloth tape, shoelaces, and specialty textile products not classified elsewhere. Producers such as Passamanaria Do Nordeste SA and Serge Ferrari SAS create niche textile products serving fashion, footwear, and technical industries.

Leather apparel manufacturing includes the production of wearing apparel and work accessories made from leather or composition leather materials. Luxury and specialized producers like Tequila, L'atelier Cuir, and Continental Leather Fashion create high-quality leather garments for fashion and professional markets.

Workwear manufacturing produces specialized uniforms and protective clothing designed for professional and industrial work environments across various sectors. Companies including Molinel, Eduforme Industria, and Sol Brasil Confeccoes supply durable workwear solutions to corporate, hospitality, and service industries.

Outerwear manufacturing produces coats, suits, jackets, trousers, and skirts made from woven, knitted, or non-woven fabrics for men, women, and children. Major producers like Brandili Textil, Hampshire Group, and Morena Rosa operate large-scale operations serving global fashion and retail markets.

This industry manufactures underwear and nightwear including shirts, underpants, pyjamas, brassieres, and sleepwear from knitted, woven, or lace fabrics. Established brands and manufacturers such as Chantelle, Dim France SAS, and Mash Industria produce intimate apparel for consumer markets worldwide.

Other wearing apparel and accessories manufacturing includes babies' garments, tracksuits, swimwear, hats, caps, gloves, belts, and clothing accessories. Diverse manufacturers like Aurora Industries, Eres, and Etablissements Guy Cotten produce specialized apparel items and fashion accessories for niche markets.

Fur article manufacturing includes the production of fur clothing, accessories, assemblies, and decorative items from fur skins and materials. Premium producers like Yves Salomon SAS, Norki, and Stallion Inc. create luxury fur products serving high-end fashion and specialty markets.

Hosiery manufacturing produces knitted socks, tights, pantyhose, and other legwear using specialized knitting machinery and techniques. Dedicated hosiery producers including Ferrari Sgobi Industria, Sangelo Industria, and Inspirational Hosiery INC serve consumer and commercial hosiery markets globally.

Knitted and crocheted apparel manufacturing produces pullovers, cardigans, jerseys, waistcoats, and similar garments knitted directly into wearable form. Major brands and manufacturers like Lacoste Operations, Malhas Menegotti, and Ematex produce quality knitwear serving fashion retail and branded apparel markets.

Leather tanning and dressing operations transform hides and skins into finished leather through dyeing, bleaching, and specialized treatments for various applications. Companies like Tanneries Haas, Vilas Industria E Comercio, and Cortume Krumenauer operate sophisticated tanneries producing quality leather for apparel and goods manufacturing.

Luggage, handbags, saddlery, and leather goods manufacturing produces bags, cases, harnesses, and accessories from leather, composition leather, and alternative materials. Luxury and mainstream manufacturers such as Hermès Sellier, Longchamp, and La Maroquinerie Du Sud-Ouest create both high-end and commercial leather products for global markets.

This class covers the manufacture of footwear for all purposes using any material or process, including the production of leather components like uppers, soles, and heels, as well as gaiters and similar articles. Notable manufacturers in this sector include Sugar Shoes Industria De Calcados, R Dois Injetados, and Equilibrio Industria E Comercio De Calcados.

Sawmilling and planing of wood involves the processing of logs through sawing, planing, and machining to produce dimensional lumber, railway sleepers, flooring, and wood byproducts like chips and flour. Major industry players include Frame Madeiras Especiais, Groupe Siat Alsace, and Cascade Ohio, Inc.

The manufacture of veneer sheets and wood-based panels includes production of plywood, particle board, oriented strand board (OSB), medium density fibreboard (MDF), and glue-laminated wood products. Leading companies in this sector are Arauco Do Brasil S/A, Georgia-Pacific LLC, and Jh Industries.

This class includes the manufacture of wooden parquet floor blocks and strips that are assembled into finished floor panels ready for installation. Key manufacturers in this segment include Bamboo Hardwoods, Inc., Callands Hardwoods, and Arkansas Square & Lumber Co Inc.

Manufacture of builders' carpentry and joinery involves producing wooden construction components such as roof trusses, doors, windows, stairs, shingles, and prefabricated wooden buildings including mobile homes. Notable companies include Royal Business Group Inc, Modern Building Systems, Inc., and Aries Building Systems, LLC.

This class covers the manufacture of wooden packing and storage products including cases, crates, pallets, barrels, vats, and cable drums designed for transport and storage purposes. Leading manufacturers are Nefab, Epalia, and Drouin SAS.

The manufacture of miscellaneous wood products encompasses items such as tool handles, footwear lasts, household utensils, and wooden ornaments, as well as cork processing and the production of plaiting materials and basketware. Major producers include Sonoco Products Company, Moss Quatro M, and Les Bouchages Delage.

Pulp manufacturing involves producing bleached, semi-bleached, or unbleached paper pulp through mechanical, chemical, or semi-chemical processes, as well as producing pulp from waste paper and cotton linters. The industry is dominated by major producers such as Suzano S/A, Rayonier A.M. Tartas, and Sylvamo Celimo SAS.

The manufacture of paper and paperboard involves producing base materials intended for further industrial processing through various pulping and pressing techniques. Key manufacturers include Westrock Paper And Packaging, LLC, Ahlstrom Specialties, and Papeteries De Clairefontaine.

This class includes production of corrugated paper and paperboard as well as manufacturing various paper and paperboard containers such as folding boxes, sacks, and bags for packaging purposes. Major players are Smurfit Westrock France, Lacroix Emballages, and Mmp Packetis SAS.

Manufacture of household and sanitary goods involves producing personal hygiene products such as toilet paper, tissues, sanitary towels, tampons, and related cellulose products for consumer use. Leading manufacturers include Paul Hartmann SAS, Sofidel France, and Ontex Sante France.

Paper stationery manufacturing covers production of ready-to-use printing and writing paper, envelopes, notebooks, binders, and other office supplies with minimal printed information. Notable companies include Editions Quo Vadis, Slotter Industria De Embalagens, and Pocheco SAS.

The manufacture of wallpaper involves producing wall coverings including vinyl-coated and textile wallpapers designed for interior decoration and building finishing applications.

This class includes production of various paper and paperboard articles such as labels, filter paper, egg trays, moulded pulp packaging, and novelty items made from paper materials. Key manufacturers are Cascades New York Inc., Alpaci, and Ugepa.

Newspaper printing involves the production of printed newspapers using various printing technologies and processes to deliver news and information to readers.

This class encompasses printing of books, magazines, brochures, posters, catalogs, security documents, and other commercial printed materials using letterpress, offset, flexographic, and digital printing methods. Major companies include Casa Da Moeda Do Brasil Cmb, Plural Industria Grafica, and Quad/Graphics Inc.

Pre-press and pre-media services involve preparing content for printing through activities such as typesetting, scanning, plate-making, and digital file preparation for various printing and multimedia applications. Leading service providers include Martin-Technologies, Coupe Colle, and Fdp Plus.

Binding and related services cover finishing operations on printed materials including folding, stitching, adhesive binding, laminating, embossing, and mailing preparation to complete printed products. Notable service providers include Fp Industries, Brio, and Acme Bookbinding Company, Inc.

Reproduction of recorded media involves manufacturing copies of gramophone records, compact discs, DVDs, and tapes containing music, video, or software from master copies for distribution. Key manufacturers include Integrity Media, Inc., Disc Replicator, Inc., and First Century Media LLC.

Coke oven products manufacturing includes the operation of coke ovens to produce coke, semi-coke, pitch, coke oven gas, and coal tars from coal and lignite materials. This sector is essential for steel production and chemical manufacturing industries.

Refined petroleum products manufacturing involves processing crude oil and bituminous minerals through fractionation and distillation to produce fuels, lubricating oils, waxes, and petrochemical feedstocks. Major refiners in this sector include Totalenergies Raffinage France, Shell USA, Inc., and Esso Raffinage.

Industrial gas manufacturing covers production of liquefied or compressed inorganic gases including elemental gases, refrigerants, mixed industrial gases, and inert gases for various industrial and medical applications. Leading manufacturers are Linde Gas SA, Air Liquide France Industrie, and Air Products.

The manufacture of dyes and pigments involves producing colorants from various sources in basic form or concentrated form for use in textiles, paints, coatings, and other industrial applications. Key producers include Colors & Effects France SAS, Toyo Ink Europe Specialty Chemicals, and Elian.

Inorganic basic chemicals manufacturing includes production of chemical elements, inorganic acids, alkalis, and other inorganic compounds using fundamental chemical processes. Major manufacturers include Exxonmobil Chemical France, Orano Recyclage, and Butachimie.

Organic basic chemicals manufacturing involves producing fundamental organic compounds such as hydrocarbons, alcohols, carboxylic acids, and nitrogen-function compounds through thermal cracking and distillation processes. Leading producers include Lyondell Chemical Company, G Holdings LLC, and Santa Vitoria Acucar E Alcool.

This industry produces fertilizers in various forms including nitrogenous, phosphatic, and potassic types, along with nitrogen-based compounds like ammonia and nitric acid. Major producers include Yara Brasil Fertilizantes and Evergreen Garden Care France, serving the global agricultural sector.

Manufacturers in this sector produce plastic resins and materials in primary forms, including polymers, polyamides, epoxide resins, and silicones for further processing. Leading companies such as S.N.F. SA and ExxonMobil Chemical France supply these essential materials to diverse industrial applications worldwide.

This activity covers the production of synthetic rubber in primary forms, including synthetic rubber and factice, as well as mixtures combining synthetic and natural rubber. Companies like Simorep Et Cie and Biomousfere operate in this specialized elastomer manufacturing sector.

Producers manufacture pesticides, insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and other agrochemical products used in agriculture and pest control. Industry leaders including BASF Agri Production SAS and Iharabras SA develop and produce these critical crop protection solutions.

Manufacturers produce paints, varnishes, enamels, lacquers, printing inks, mastics, and caulking compounds for construction and industrial applications. Notable companies like Ectx Industria and Brazilian Color lead this competitive market serving multiple end-use industries.

This sector manufactures soap, detergents, cleaning products, and polishing preparations including washing powders, dish-washing liquids, and surface-active agents. Procter & Gamble Amiens and Orapi are among the major producers supplying household and industrial cleaning markets.

Manufacturers produce perfumes, toilet water, cosmetics, shampoos, dentifrices, and personal care preparations for beauty and hygiene applications. Industry giants like L'oreal and Colgate Palmolive Industrial dominate this large global personal care market.

Producers manufacture explosives, pyrotechnic products, propellant powders, and detonators for mining, construction, and military applications. Specialized companies like Societe Etienne Lacroix and Pyroalliance operate in this highly regulated and specialized sector.

This industry produces glues and prepared adhesives, including rubber-based formulations for packaging, construction, and manufacturing applications. Henkel France Operations and Artecola Quimica S A are key suppliers in this essential adhesive market.

Manufacturers extract natural aromatic products, produce resinoids, and create odoriferous product mixtures for perfume and food industry use. This sector specializes in natural essential oil production distinct from synthetic aromatic manufacturing.

Producers create diverse chemical products including photographic materials, gelatine derivatives, textiles and leather finishing materials, and industrial additives like lubricants and catalysts. CP Kelco U.S. and Lubrizol France represent major players supplying specialized chemicals across multiple industries.

Manufacturers produce synthetic or artificial filament yarn, staple fibres, and monofilaments for textile and industrial applications. Indorama Ventures and Hexcel Fibers are leading producers supplying the global fibre and textile manufacturing industries.

Producers manufacture medicinal active substances including antibiotics, vitamins, and salicylic acid derivatives for use in pharmaceutical formulations. Companies like Libbs Farmaceutica and Fresenius Kabi Brasil supply essential pharmaceutical ingredients to drugmakers worldwide.

Manufacturers produce finished medications, vaccines, contraceptives, and diagnostic preparations for human and veterinary use. Industry leaders including Merck & CO., Sanofi, and Biomerieux develop and manufacture drugs addressing diverse therapeutic needs.

Manufacturers produce rubber tyres for vehicles and equipment, along with inner tubes and tyre retreading services. Michelin and Continental France dominate this large global market supplying automotive and industrial tyre solutions.

Producers manufacture rubber products including tubes, conveyor belts, seals, hygienic articles, and specialized industrial components from natural or synthetic rubber. Hutchinson SNC and Aptar Stelmi SAS operate in this diverse rubber products sector.

Manufacturers produce plastic semi-manufactures and finished products including plates, sheets, tubes, pipes, hoses, and films for industrial applications. Revolution Sustainable Solutions and Plastrela Embalagens represent producers supplying material transformation industries.

This sector produces plastic packaging articles such as bags, sacks, containers, bottles, and boxes for goods protection and transport. Videolar Innova and Copobras are major manufacturers supplying the substantial global packaging market.

Manufacturers produce plastic builders' ware including doors, windows, tanks, sanitary fittings, and resilient floor coverings for construction applications. Aptar France and Berwick Offray operate in this sector serving the construction and building materials industries.

Producers manufacture diverse plastic products including tableware, kitchenware, office supplies, and specialized articles for various consumer and industrial uses. This broad category encompasses numerous small and medium-sized manufacturers serving multiple end markets.

Manufacturers produce flat glass in various types including standard, wired, coloured, and tinted varieties for construction and automotive applications. Saint Gobain Glass France and AGC Automotive France are leading producers supplying the global flat glass market.

This sector shapes and processes flat glass into toughened, laminated products, mirrors, and insulating units for construction and automotive use. Saint-Gobain and Knauf Insulation are major producers serving building and industrial glazing markets.

Manufacturers produce glass bottles, containers, drinking glasses, and domestic articles from glass or crystal materials. Verallia and Owens-Brockway Glass are major producers supplying food, beverage, and consumer products packaging.

Producers manufacture glass fibres and non-woven glass wool products used as insulation and reinforcement materials in construction and composites. This specialized sector supplies essential materials to the construction and advanced manufacturing industries.

Manufacturers produce laboratory, pharmaceutical, optical, and specialty glassware along with glass insulators, envelopes, and architectural glass products. Corning SAS and Schott France are leading producers supplying scientific, industrial, and technical glass markets.

This class covers the manufacture of heat-resistant products made from non-metallic minerals, including refractory mortars, concretes, and ceramic goods like bricks, blocks, tiles, and specialized components such as crucibles and pipes. Major producers in this sector include Societe Europeenne Des Produits Refractaires, Ceramica Azteca, and Terracotagres Ceramica.

The manufacture of ceramic tiles and flags involves producing non-refractory wall tiles, floor tiles, mosaic cubes, and paving materials from clay and minerals. Key industry players include Ceramica Atlas, Ceramica Porto Ferreira, Pamesa Do Brasil SA, and Desvres Surfaces.

This class includes manufacturing structural clay building materials such as ceramic bricks, roofing tiles, chimney pots, and pipes, as well as baked clay flooring blocks. Major manufacturers in this field are Edilians, Terreal, Bmi Production France, and Bouyer Leroux.

Ceramic household and ornamental articles production encompasses tableware, domestic toilet articles, and decorative items such as statuettes and ornamental ceramic pieces. Leading companies in this industry include Bernardaud, Solcera, Pillivuyt, and Faienceries De Gien.

This class covers the manufacture of ceramic sanitary fixtures including sinks, baths, bidets, water closet pans, and other ceramic fixtures for bathrooms and kitchens. Major market players include Kohler Produtos Para Cozinhas E Banheiros, Duravit, and Geberit Production.

Manufacturing electrical ceramic insulators and insulating fittings represents a specialized segment focused on high-performance ceramic components for electrical applications. Notable companies include Power Grid Components, INC., Cerafast, and Precinet.

Technical ceramic production involves manufacturing ceramic and ferrite magnets alongside laboratory, chemical, and industrial ceramic products for specialized applications. This represents a highly specialized segment of the ceramic manufacturing industry.

The manufacture of other ceramic products includes ceramic pots, jars, and similar vessels used for conveying or packing goods, as well as miscellaneous ceramic items not classified elsewhere. This category encompasses diverse ceramic containers and decorative pieces for various commercial uses.

Cement manufacturing involves producing clinkers and hydraulic cements, including Portland, aluminous, slag, and superphosphate cements for construction applications. Global industry leaders include Heidelberg Materials France Ciments, Votorantim Cimentos S/A, Eqiom, and Companhia Nacional De Cimento Cnc.

This class covers the production of quicklime, slaked lime, hydraulic lime, and plasters made from calcined gypsum or calcined sulphate for construction purposes. Key manufacturers include Brasical Industria E Transportes, Cal Tiradentes, and Calcinacao Diamante.

Manufacturers produce precast concrete, cement, and artificial stone products for construction, including tiles, flagstones, bricks, boards, pipes, and prefabricated structural components. Notable companies in this sector include Fabricatto Industria Comercio E Servicos, Uni Stein Do Brasil, and Reading Rock, Incorporated.

Production of plaster-based construction materials involves manufacturing boards, sheets, panels, and other plaster articles designed for building applications. Key industry participants include Placoplatre, Knauf Platres & Cie, and Pigeon Chaux.

Ready-mixed concrete manufacturing provides both wet and dry-mix concrete and mortar products delivered to construction sites or sold in packaged form. Leading producers include Lafarge Betons, Heidelberg Materials France Betons, Beton Vicat, and Edycem Beton.

This class involves manufacturing powdered mortar products designed for construction and masonry applications, excluding refractory and dry-mixed formulations. The production of standardized mortar mixes serves the construction industry with consistent quality products.

Fibre cement manufacturing produces building materials combining vegetable substances like wood wool or straw with cement binders, as well as asbestos-cement and cellulose fibre-cement products including sheets, tiles, pipes, and containers. This sector specializes in lightweight, durable composite building materials.

The production of decorative and functional concrete, plaster, and cement articles includes statuary, furniture, reliefs, vases, and flowerpots for both aesthetic and utility purposes. Companies like Kp1, Wausau Tile, INC., and Produits De Revetement Du Batiment operate in this diverse market.

Stone cutting, shaping, and finishing operations transform quarried stone into finished products for construction, cemeteries, roads, roofing, and furniture applications. Major players include Decolores Marmores E Granitos Do Brasil SA, Granitos Colodetti SA, and De Angeli Marmoles.

Production of abrasive products encompasses manufacturing millstones, sharpening stones, polishing stones, and natural or artificial abrasive materials on various supports including sandpaper and soft-base products. Industry leaders include Saint-Gobain Surface Solutions France, 3m Company, and Diamond Innovations, INC.

This catch-all category covers diverse non-metallic mineral products including friction materials, mineral wool insulation, worked mica articles, asphalt-based adhesives, carbon and graphite fibres, and artificial corundum. Major manufacturers like Simpson Manufacturing CO., INC., and Arcelormittal produce specialized products across multiple mineral-based applications.

Steel and ferro-alloy production encompasses operating blast furnaces and steel converters to produce pig iron, spiegeleisen, ferro-alloys, and various steel products ranging from ingots to finished rolled products and sections. Industry giants include Cleveland-Cliffs INC., Carpenter Technology CORPORATION, and Libra Ligas Do Brasil SA.

Manufacturing steel tubes, pipes, hollow profiles, and fittings involves both seamless and welded production methods using hot rolling, extrusion, and cold-drawing processes to create precision and non-precision products. Major manufacturers include Vallourec Solucoes Tubulares Do Brasil S/A, Colfor Manufacturing, INC., and Cladtek Do Brasil.

Cold drawing of steel bars produces finished bars and solid steel sections through cold drawing, grinding, or turning processes to achieve precise dimensions and properties. This specialized processing adds value to basic steel products for demanding applications.

Manufacturing cold-rolled narrow steel strip involves re-rolling hot-rolled flat products or steel rod to produce coated or uncoated flat products in coils or straight lengths under 600 mm width. This process creates precision steel strip for specialized applications.

Cold forming and folding operations produce open steel sections and ribbed sheets through progressive roll forming or press folding of flat-rolled steel products, including specialized sandwich panels. Companies like Aperam Stainless Precision and Conflandey Industries operate in this specialized sector.

Wire drawing manufactures drawn steel wire by cold-drawing steel wire rod to precise specifications for various industrial and commercial applications. Leading producers include Bekaert CORPORATION, Macrosul Industria E Comercio De Parafusos, and Arames Top Industrial.