NAICS 32554-digit industry group · NAICS 2022

NAICS Code 3255: Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing

The NAICS code for Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing is 3255.

Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing establishments produce architectural paints, industrial coatings, varnishes, putties, and adhesives and sealants for construction, manufacturing, and consumer markets. Waterborne formulation technology and low-VOC regulations have driven significant reformulation investment across the segment.

Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing falls under the NAICS code for NAICS 325 — Chemical Manufacturing, a subsector of Manufacturing.

4,000

Total US Entities

NAICS Industries

3255

NAICS Code

Classification

NAICS Industries (5-digit)

NAICS Code	Industry Title	US Entities
32551	NAICS 32551 — Paint and Coating Manufacturing	2,500
32552	NAICS 32552 — Adhesive Manufacturing	1,500

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Other Industry Groups in Chemical Manufacturing

NAICS 3251 — Basic Chemical Manufacturing5,000 entities

NAICS 3252 — Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing3,500 entities

NAICS 3253 — Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing2,000 entities

NAICS 3254 — Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing10,000 entities

NAICS 3256 — Soap and Cleaning Compound Manufacturing4,000 entities

NAICS 3259 — Other Chemical Products Manufacturing6,500 entities

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