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Standard Industrial Classification (SIC)

2 ways to search SIC:

• Keyword search. Tip: If you're having difficulty, try using truncation. For example, type camp* to search campgrounds, campsites, camping, etc.
• Browse. Click on the SIC Manual link to view all industry sectors.

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)

2 ways to search NAICS:

• Keyword search.
• Browse. Click on the 2007 NAICS link to view all industry sectors.

Introduction to Industry Classification Codes (JMU Libraries)
10 min. 29 sec.

A narrated slideshow introducing the concept of classification codes, how to locate a relevant SIC and NAICS codes for your business, and how to use codes in library databases.

How to search for an SIC code (JMU Libraries)

1 min. 13 sec.

A step-by-step guide to locating an SIC code for an example business.

How to search for a NAICS code (JMU Libraries)

29 sec.

A step-by-step guide to locating an NAICS code for an example business.

Note: This tutorial needs to be updated to reflect changes to the NAICS Web site.