C Manufacturing

Code 10 of the Korean Standard Industry Classification (10th revision, 2017) covers establishments that transform raw agricultural, livestock and marine products into finished food items. It includes processing of grain, meat, fish, dairy, fruits, vegetables, edible oils, bakery and confectionery products, as well as the production of beverages, seasonings and other prepared foodstuffs.

The code 11 in the Korean Standard Industry Classification (10th revision, 2017) groups enterprises that produce beverages, both non-alcoholic such as water, soft drinks, juices, coffee and tea, and alcoholic drinks including beer, wine, and spirits, along with any necessary processing, bottling and packaging activities. It also covers related support services for beverage manufacturing.

The category includes enterprises that process raw tobacco and produce cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco and other tobacco goods. Activities such as blending, flavoring, rolling and packaging of finished tobacco products are also covered.

Code 13 includes establishments that produce textile fibers, yarns, fabrics and finished textile products, encompassing spinning, weaving, knitting and finishing operations. The category covers processing of natural or synthetic fibers into woven or knitted material for apparel, household and industrial applications.

Code 14 covers establishments that produce finished clothing for personal use, including the cutting, sewing, knitting, finishing and assembling of garments such as shirts, trousers, dresses, coats and under-garments. The classification also includes the manufacturing of knitted and woven apparel, as well as the attachment of accessories, but excludes textile production and the retail sale of clothing.

The code 15 includes enterprises that tan and dress raw hides and skins to produce leather, apply finishing processes, and fabricate auxiliary leather items such as belts, plates, protective garments and other related products. Activities encompass chemical or mineral tanning, dyeing, embossing and the manufacture of components used in further production.

Code 16 covers establishments that transform raw timber and wood waste into primary and secondary wood products. Activities include sawmilling, planing, veneer and plywood production, manufacturing of particleboard, fibreboard and other engineered wood panels, as well as the fabrication of doors, windows, frames and basic furniture components. The classification excludes final furniture assembly and specialized woodcrafts, which are recorded under separate codes.

The code 17 classifies enterprises that produce paper and related products from raw pulp or recycled material, including printing and writing paper, newsprint, tissue, carton board, and other paper-based packaging. Activities cover the entire paper-making process, from pulping and bleaching to converting the finished sheet into items such as notebooks, envelopes, paper bags and disposable sanitary goods.

Code 18 includes establishments engaged in commercial printing of books, newspapers, magazines, advertising materials and other printed products, as well as firms that duplicate and reproduce recorded media such as CDs, DVDs, Blu-ray discs and magnetic tapes. Activities range from offset and digital printing to media replication and packaging services.

The 19 class covers establishments that produce coke by carbonising coal or other carbonaceous materials and those that refine crude oil into petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, jet fuel, lubricants, asphalt and related by-products. It includes operations involved in the distillation, cracking, reforming, treating and blending of petroleum, as well as the manufacturing of pure petroleum gases and related specialty fuels.

The code 20 in the Korean Standard Industry Classification groups establishments that manufacture basic chemicals and related chemical products, including inorganic and organic chemicals, fertilizers, plastics, synthetic rubber, and chemical intermediates, covering the entire process from raw material synthesis to finished chemical goods.

The KSIC code 21 designates establishments engaged in the manufacturing of pharmaceutical products, encompassing the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients, formulation of dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, injectables and ointments, as well as the packaging and labeling of medicines for human or veterinary use.

Code 22 in the Korean Standard Industry Classification denotes establishments that transform raw rubber and synthetic or natural polymers into finished or semi-finished goods. It includes the production of items such as tires, hoses, conveyor belts, plastic containers, films, and polymer-based components, as well as the processing and assembling of these materials into marketable products.

The code 23 covers firms that produce non-metallic mineral goods not classified elsewhere, including glass, ceramics, refractory materials, cement-based products, and other specialty mineral items. Activities range from raw material processing to shaping, firing, and finishing of these products for construction, industrial, and consumer uses.

Code 24 comprises establishments that produce primary metals from ore, raw metal feedstock or scrap by smelting, refining, alloying and casting processes. It includes the manufacturing of iron, steel, copper, aluminum and other non-ferrous basic metals, as well as related recycling operations.

The code 25 in the Korean Standard Industry Classification covers firms that transform iron, steel and other metals into fabricated products such as metal structures, containers, hardware, pipes, machinery parts and metal-based components, typically through cutting, forming, welding or assembling processes. It excludes primary metal production and finished machinery manufacturing.

The code 26 covers the production of electronic components such as semiconductors, printed circuit boards, integrated circuits and

The code covers enterprises that produce electrical equipment such as electric motors, generators, transformers, switches, circuit breakers, relays, and other devices used for power generation, transmission, distribution and control. It also includes assembly and testing of such products, as well as the manufacturing of related components and accessories. Activities are limited to the manufacturing stage, not the installation or maintenance of the equipment.

Code 28 covers establishments that manufacture a variety of machinery and equipment not classified elsewhere, including specialized industrial, agricultural and construction machines, as well as other mechanical devices. It includes the assembly, testing and installation of these products for sale or use in other sectors.

Code 29 includes enterprises that produce motor vehicles such as cars, trucks and buses, as well as the trailers and related accessories attached to them. The classification covers the complete manufacturing process from chassis assembly to final fitting of components and optional equipment, typically using automated production lines.

Code 30 covers firms that produce transport equipment not classified elsewhere, such as railway cars, tramways, bicycles, scooters, aerospace components, and related parts and assemblies. It excludes motor vehicles, ships, and aircraft, focusing on ancillary and specialized conveyance machinery and accessories.

Code 31 includes enterprises that manufacture furniture such as chairs, tables, beds, cabinets and upholstered pieces from wood, metal, plastic or other materials, covering design, cutting, assembling, finishing and upholstery, as well as repair and refurbishing of finished products.

Code 32 in the Korean Standard Industry Classification groups together manufacturing activities that are not listed in other specific categories, covering miscellaneous production of goods such as specialized equipment, repair services, and small-scale or bespoke manufacturing processes. It serves as a residual category for diverse manufacturing operations that fall outside the major industry divisions.

Code 33 of the Korean Standard Industry Classification groups enterprises that provide repair, maintenance, overhaul and installation services for a wide range of machinery and equipment, including industrial, construction, agricultural and other specialized devices. Activities encompass on-site installation, testing, commissioning, spare-part supply and post-sale technical support.