Definition
Building Material and Supplies Wholesaler-Distributors(NAICS 416)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Building Material and Supplies Wholesaler-Distributors(NAICS 416) 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 wholesaling electrical, plumbing, heating and air-conditioning equipment and supplies, metal and metal products, lumber, millwork, hardware and other building supplies.

Exclusions

No exclusions are specified in the 2007 NAICS Canada manual.