NAICS 2022 nationalIndustry USA Verified: Census NAICS 2022 · 2023-03-17
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NAICS 335313 — Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing
Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing
NAICS 335313 is the national industry code for switchgear and switchboard apparatus manufacturing establishments in the United States. The Small Business Administration sets a size standard of 1,250 for this classification. It forms part of the hierarchical North American Industry Classification System maintained by the Census Bureau.
SBA: 1,250
View full SBA standard
Official data
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Official name | North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 2022 |
| Issuing authority | U.S. Census Bureau with OMB, Statistics Canada, and INEGI |
| Tax authority | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) |
| Purpose | Statistical business classification and federal contracting (SAM.gov, SBA standards) |
| Used in | SAM.gov registration, SBA size determinations, IRS tax classification, SEC EDGAR (via SIC crosswalk) |
| Active since | 2022 (current edition) |
| Hierarchy level | Sector (2-digit) |
| Source | https://www.census.gov/naics/ |
When do you need NAICS 335313?
1 Registering on SAM.gov for federal contracting — enter NAICS 335313 as your primary industry code.
2 Checking whether the SBA size standard for switchgear and switchboard apparatus manufacturing applies to your business for set-aside contracts or loans.
3 Classifying your main line of business when applying for grants, contracts, loans, or market research surveys.
4 Comparing this code against legacy NAICS 2017 records or related SIC codes for historical data alignment.
NAICS hierarchy path
Trace the classification from the broadest sector down to this national industry code.
Cross-references & crosswalks
NAICS 2017 equivalent 335313
Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing
View full 2022 → 2017 crosswalkSBA size standard description
Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing
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How to register a switchgear and switchboard apparatus manufacturing business in the US
1
Verify NAICS classification
Confirm that Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing matches your digital services or technology activity.
3
Implement privacy compliance
Review CCPA (California), state AG privacy laws, and FTC data security guidance applicable to your user data handling.
4
Register for sales tax nexus states
Remote sellers with economic nexus must register in states where sales exceed the threshold (typically $100K or 200 transactions).
US Tax Forms & Registration
| Form Name | Who Files It | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Profit or Loss from Business | ||
| U.S. Return of Partnership Income | ||
| U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return | ||
| U.S. Income Tax Return for an S Corporation | ||
| Self-Employment Tax | ||
| Estimated Tax for Individuals | ||
| Application for Employer Identification Number (EIN) | ||
| Entity Classification Election | ||
| Nonemployee Compensation | ||
| Employer's Annual Federal Unemployment (FUTA) Tax Return | ||
| Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return | ||
| Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification |
Entity Comparison
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No federal sales tax in the United States. Sales tax is imposed at state and local levels, ranging from 0% to 10.25%. Economic nexus thresholds (following South Dakota v. Wayfair) require out-of-state sellers to collect sales tax once they exceed a state's revenue or transaction threshold, typically $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions per year.
No state income tax: Alaska (AK), Florida (FL), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Washington (WA), Wyoming (WY)
Who uses this code?
SaaS Startup Founder
Builds and markets a subscription software platform serving a specific business or consumer niche.
Licenses
- ●Business license
- ●Terms of service / privacy policy
- ●SOC 2 (if enterprise B2B)
Tax Forms
- ●Form 1120 or 1120-S
- ●Form 3921 (ISO grants)
- ●State franchise tax
Data Analytics Consultant
Helps companies build dashboards, analyze customer data, and derive actionable business intelligence.
Licenses
- ●Business license
Tax Forms
- ●Schedule C (Form 1040)
- ●Schedule SE (Form 1040)
E-commerce Store Owner
Sells physical or digital products through Shopify, Amazon FBA, Etsy, or a proprietary online store.
Licenses
- ●Sales tax permit (per economic nexus)
- ●Business license
- ●Resale certificate
Tax Forms
- ●Schedule C (Form 1040)
- ●Schedule SE (Form 1040)
- ●State sales tax return
Digital Marketing Agency Owner
Runs a full-service agency offering PPC, SEO, content, email, and social media marketing to clients.
Licenses
- ●Business license
- ●Google/Facebook ads certification
- ●Client service agreements
Tax Forms
- ●Form 1065 or 1120-S
- ●Form 940 (FUTA)
- ●Form 941
- ●Form 1099-NEC (freelancer payments)
Trade codes using this NAICS
These Schedule B export codes explicitly reference NAICS 335313 in the Census trade classification files.
8535100020
FUSES IN CIRCUITS GT= 2300 V
HS-6 853510
8535100040
FUSES FOR VOLTAGE GT 1000 V BUT LT 2300V, NESOI
HS-6 853510
8535210000
AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BREAKERS, GT 1000V BUT LT 72.5KV
HS-6 853521
8535290020
AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BREAKERS GT= 345 KV
HS-6 853529
8535290040
AUTOMATIC CIRCUIT BREAKERS NESOI (72.5 KV- 345 KV)
HS-6 853529
8535300040
ISOLATING AND MAKE AND BREAK SWITCHES, KNIFE TYPE
HS-6 853530
Frequently asked questions
- What is NAICS 335313?
- NAICS 335313 is the North American Industry Classification System code for Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing. It classifies this business activity for statistical, regulatory, and government procurement purposes. Federal agencies use NAICS codes to collect and publish data about the US economy, determine SBA size standards, and set aside contracts for small businesses.
- What licenses and permits does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing need?
- A Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing typically needs a local business license, a federal EIN from the IRS, and industry-specific permits depending on the sector. Check with your city or county clerk for a general business license, your state's professional or industry licensing board for any required occupational licenses, and your state's tax authority for a sales tax permit if you sell taxable goods or services.
- How do I register a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing business in the United States?
- To register a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing business, first choose your legal structure: sole proprietorship (simplest, uses SSN), LLC (personal liability protection, files with your Secretary of State), or corporation (Form 1120 or 1120-S). Register your business name (DBA) with your county if operating under a trade name. Obtain an EIN from the IRS at irs.gov/ein. Register with your state revenue department for any applicable taxes.
- What tax forms does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing file with the IRS?
- Tax forms depend on your entity type. A sole proprietor files Schedule C with Form 1040 and Schedule SE for self-employment tax (15.3%). An LLC taxed as a partnership files Form 1065 with Schedule K-1s. A C-Corporation files Form 1120 (21% flat rate). An S-Corporation files Form 1120-S. All businesses paying employees file Form 940 (FUTA) annually and Form 941 quarterly. Estimated tax payments are made via Form 1040-ES four times per year.
- Is Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing the right NAICS code for my business?
- Your NAICS code should reflect your primary business activity — the one generating the most revenue or value. If Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing describes your main line of business, NAICS 335313 is likely correct. If you have multiple distinct activities, you may need separate codes for statistical reporting. For federal contracting, your SAM.gov registration should use the code that best matches the work you perform. Review the official NAICS 335313 description and exclusions to confirm it fits your operations.
- Does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing need to comply with COPPA?
- The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) applies if your website or app is directed to children under 13 or you have actual knowledge you're collecting personal information from children under 13. You must post a clear privacy policy, provide notice to and obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting data, allow parents to review and delete children's data, and maintain reasonable security. FTC fines for COPPA violations can exceed $50,000 per violation.
- Does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing need to collect sales tax on digital products and SaaS?
- Sales tax on digital products (software downloads, SaaS subscriptions, streaming, e-books) varies by state. As of 2025, approximately 30+ states tax digital goods and services. SaaS is specifically taxable in states like Texas, New York, Washington, and Ohio but exempt in California and Florida. Economic nexus thresholds (typically $100K revenue or 200 transactions per state) apply to remote sellers of digital products post-Wayfair. Check each state where you have customers.
- What data breach notification obligations does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing have?
- All 50 states have data breach notification statutes requiring you to notify affected individuals and state regulators (usually the attorney general) within a specified timeframe (typically 30-45 days) if personal information is compromised. Some states (e.g., Florida) require notification within 30 days. If the breach affects 500+ residents in a state, you may also need to notify consumer reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). Healthcare breaches affecting 500+ must be reported to HHS and local media.
- What is an EULA and does a Switchgear and Switchboard Apparatus Manufacturing need one?
- An End User License Agreement (EULA) grants users a limited license to use your software while retaining your IP rights. It differs from Terms of Service in that it focuses on license scope, restrictions (no reverse engineering, no reselling), ownership, termination conditions, and warranty disclaimers. EULAs are essential for downloadable software, mobile apps, and desktop applications. Open-source software uses specific license types (MIT, GPL, Apache 2.0) instead.