Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020

Code A covers primary production activities such as cultivating crops, raising livestock, managing forests and logging, and capturing fish and other aquatic resources, encompassing all operations within the agriculture, forestry and fishing sectors.

The Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 code B covers Mining and Quarrying, encompassing activities that extract mineral resources from the earth such as coal, metal ores, non-metallic minerals and stones, as well as related processing like crushing, screening and washing. It includes operations of mines, quarries, and oil and gas extraction sites, along with support services for these extraction processes.

Manufacturing (code C) comprises enterprises that transform raw materials, components or semi-finished goods into finished products through physical, chemical or mechanical processes, covering sectors such as food and beverage, textiles, chemicals, machinery, electronics and metal products. It includes both durable and nondurable goods production, as well as activities like fabricating, assembling, finishing and packaging for sale or further processing.

Code D in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 covers establishments engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution and sale of electricity, the production and supply of gas and steam, and the provision of air-conditioning services to residential, commercial and industrial customers. It includes utilities that operate power plants, gas pipelines, district-heating systems and centralized cooling networks.

The E category covers enterprises that provide essential utilities such as the collection, treatment and distribution of water, the collection, conveyance, treatment and disposal of sewage and other wastewater, and the collection, treatment, recycling, disposal and remediation of solid waste and hazardous materials. It includes activities related to water supply infrastructure, sewerage networks, waste management services and environmental clean-up operations.

The Construction sector (code F) covers all activities related to erecting, expanding, repairing and demolishing structures, including building construction, civil engineering works such as roads and bridges, and specialized trades like electrical, plumbing and finishing work. It also includes renovation, maintenance and demolition services for residential, commercial and infrastructure projects.

Code G comprises establishments engaged in the purchase and sale of goods to other businesses,

The Transportation and Storage division includes establishments engaged in moving passengers or cargo by road, rail, water, or air, as well as activities that provide warehousing, storage, handling, and related support services such as freight forwarding and logistics management. It also covers terminals, depots, and facilities for the loading, unloading, and temporary holding of goods.

The I section of the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 covers businesses that provide short-term lodging, such as hotels, guesthouses and serviced apartments, as well as establishments preparing and serving meals or drinks to customers, including restaurants, cafes, bars and catering services. It includes both accommodation providers and food service operators that serve the public on a ready-to-eat basis.

The J category of the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 groups establishments engaged in producing and distributing information and communication services, including publishing, motion picture and sound recording, broadcasting, telecommunications, data processing, hosting, and other information technology activities such as software development, consultancy and system integration. It also covers activities that enable the transmission, processing and retrieval of data and information.

The K category comprises establishments engaged in providing financial intermediation services such as banking, credit granting, leasing, and other loan activities, as well as those offering insurance and reinsurance, pension fund management, and ancillary financial activities including brokerage, investment advice, and fund administration. It also includes entities that operate stock exchanges, clearing houses, and other financial market infrastructure.

The L category in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 covers activities related to the ownership, leasing, management, and development of real estate property. It includes real estate agencies, property management services, and the rental of residential, commercial, and industrial buildings.

The M category covers businesses that provide specialized professional, scientific and technical services. It includes legal, accounting, architectural, engineering, research, consulting, advertising and similar activities that require advanced knowledge or expertise. These firms typically operate on a project or advisory basis for other organisations.

Code N in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 groups establishments that provide a range of support functions to businesses and the public, such as office administration, facilities management, security, cleaning, employment placement, travel agency services and other auxiliary operations that facilitate the primary activities of client organisations.

Code O comprises entities that perform central and local government functions, formulate and enforce public policies, and deliver essential public services such as education, health and social welfare, together with agencies tasked with national defence, security and military operations.

The code P in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing educational services. This includes pre-school, primary, secondary and tertiary institutions, as well as vocational and adult training centres, and other entities delivering formal curricula, examinations, and certifications.

Q covers activities related to the provision of medical, dental and veterinary services as well as allied health care, such as nursing, physiotherapy and mental-health treatment. It also includes social work and community-based services, residential care for the elderly, disabled or children, and other support activities that promote personal well-being.

The R category comprises establishments that create, produce, perform, exhibit or provide arts, entertainment and recreational services. This includes theatres, concert venues, museums, galleries, libraries, amusement parks, sports clubs, fitness centers, travel and tourism attractions, and other activities that deliver cultural, leisure and recreational experiences to the public.

The S category in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 groups enterprises that provide services not covered elsewhere, including a wide range of community, personal and miscellaneous services such as repair of personal items, religious activities, civic organisations and other support services for households.

This category includes activities where private households employ staff to provide domestic services such as cleaning, cooking, childcare, elder care, gardening and other personal assistance.

Code U in the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification 2020 groups establishments that carry out activities on behalf of foreign governments, intergovernmental bodies, or other organisations with extraterritorial status, such as embassies, consulates, United Nations agencies and certain international NGOs. These entities operate within Singapore but are exempt from domestic jurisdiction for many regulatory and tax purposes, focusing on diplomatic, consular, development, humanitarian or specialised international functions.