Definition
Food Manufacturing (NAICS 311)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Food Manufacturing (NAICS 311) subsector. You can use this definition to properly identify the segment of the industry you wish to study further in other sections of Canadian Industry Statistics.

Definition of the Subsector

This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in producing food for human or animal consumption.

Exclusions

Establishments primarily engaged in:

• manufacturing beverages or tobacco (312, Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing)