Classification codes for a general freight trucking carrier
Long-haul freight trucking. Below are the closest matches in NAICS, ISIC, SIC, NACE, SOC, and other major classification systems. Click any code for its full definition, subcategories, and crosswalks across every system.
- 49.20Top matchFreight rail transport
This class includes: - freight transport on mainline rail networks as well as short line freight railroads This class excludes: - warehousing and storage, see 52.10 - freight terminal activities, see 52.21 - operation of railroad infrastructure; related activities such as switching and shunting, see 52.21 - cargo handling, see 52.24
- 49.41Freight transport by road
This class includes: - all freight transport operations by road: • logging haulage • stock haulage • refrigerated haulage • heavy haulage • bulk haulage, including haulage in tanker trucks including milk collection at farms • haulage of automobiles • transport of waste and waste materials, without collection or disposal This class excludes: - log hauling within the forest, as part of logging operations, see 02.40 - distribution of water by trucks, see 36.00 - operation of terminal facilities for handling freight, see 52.21 - crating and packing activities for transport, see 52.29 - post and courier activities, see 53.10, 53.20 - waste transport as integrated part of waste collection activities, see 38.11, 38.12
- 50.20Sea and coastal freight water transport
This class includes: - transport of freight over seas and coastal waters, whether scheduled or not - transport by towing or pushing of barges, oil rigs etc. This class excludes: - storage of freight, see 52.10 - harbour operation and other auxiliary activities such as docking, pilotage, lighterage, vessel salvage, see 52.22 - cargo handling, see 52.24 - rental of commercial ships or boats without crew, see 77.34
Frequently asked questions
- What NACE Rev 2 code applies to a general freight trucking carrier?
- The closest NACE Rev 2 match for a general freight trucking carrier is 49.20 Freight rail transport. Other candidates include 49.41 Freight transport by road and 50.20 Sea and coastal freight water transport.
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- These are the top full-text matches from each system's official code titles and descriptions. For filings that require a legally precise classification (taxes, regulatory registrations, customs), confirm with the relevant authority or a qualified professional. Use the classifier for faster iteration and the code detail pages for definitions.
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