North American Industry Classification System

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ECS-001305",
  "term": "North American Industry Classification System",
  "field": "Economic statistics",
  "definition": "The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is the standard used by Federal statistical agencies in classifying business establishments for the purpose of collecting, analyzing, and publishing statistical data related to the U.S. business economy. This system is used by the United States, Canada and Mexico. NAICS",
  "abbreviation": "NAICS",
  "see_also": [
    "Business and Industry",
    "Industrial Classification",
    "Industry",
    "North American Product Classification System"
  ],
  "references": [
    "U.S. Census Bureau Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/economic-statistics/north-american-industry-classification-system/"
}