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Canadian Industry Statistics (CIS)

Definition
Electronics and Appliance Stores (NAICS 443)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Electronics and Appliance Stores (NAICS 443) 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 retailing household appliances, home audio and video equipment, cameras, computers and related goods. These establishments may also retail replacement parts and provide repair services.


Exclusions

Establishments primarily engaged in:

  • retailing used household appliances, home audio and video equipment, cameras, computers and related goods (45331, Used Merchandise Stores)
  • retailing household appliances, home audio and video equipment, cameras, computers and related goods by means of electronic shopping, mail-order or direct sale (454, Non-Store Retailers)