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Sector: 42 Wholesale Trade

NAICS Code 424320 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers

Industry Description

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of men's and/or boys' clothing and furnishings.

Illustrative Examples:

Men's and boys' hosiery merchant wholesalers

Men's and boys' suits merchant wholesalers

Men's and boys' nightwear merchant wholesalers

Men's and boys' underwear merchant wholesalers

Men's and boys' sportswear merchant wholesalers

Men's and boys' work clothing merchant wholesalers

Cross-References.

Business Examples

Common types of business activities within NAICS 424320 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers are:

  • Suits, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Sleepwear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Clothing, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Outerwear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Neckties, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Hats and caps, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Accessories, clothing, men's and boy's, merchant wholesalers
  • Underwear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Costumes, clothing, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Coats, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Umbrellas, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Furnishings (except shoes), men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Men's and boys' furnishings (except shoes) merchant wholesalers
  • Swimwear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Gloves, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Waterproof garments, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Work clothing, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Uniforms, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Nightwear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Hosiery, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Men's and boys' clothing merchant wholesalers
  • Socks, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers
  • Sportswear, men's and boys', merchant wholesalers

IBISWorld Industry Research Report

Men's & Boys' Apparel Wholesaling in the US (42432)

Revenue 2022

$44.7bn

Growth 2022

-0.62%

Key Trends

  • The pandemic affected industry demand in terms of consumer spending and supply and sales channels

  • As an increasing proportion of businesses have experienced budget constraints, severe cost-cutting measures have been enacted

  • A more substantial recovery later in the period will be prevented

Products and Services

Similar Industries

For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 424320 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:

NAICS Hierarchy 424320 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers

NAICS Code 424320 - Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers sits in the 2-digit Men's and Boys' Clothing and Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes

2 Digits: 42

Sector Title: Wholesale Trade

3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits

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