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NAICS Code 5417: Scientific Research and Development Services

The NAICS code for Scientific Research and Development Services is 5417.

Scientific Research and Development Services establishments conduct basic and applied research in physical, biological, engineering, and social sciences under contract or on a proprietary basis. Life sciences and technology R&D represent the majority of commercial research investment, with government contracts supporting defense and health research.

Scientific Research and Development Services falls under the NAICS code for NAICS 541 — Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, a subsector of Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services.

43,863

Total US Entities

NAICS Industries

5417

NAICS Code

Classification

NAICS Industries (5-digit)

NAICS Code	Industry Title	US Entities
54171	NAICS 54171 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences	35,000
54172	NAICS 54172 — Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities	8,863

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Other Industry Groups in Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

NAICS 5411 — Legal Services359,026 entities

NAICS 5412 — Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services188,917 entities

NAICS 5413 — Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services268,147 entities

NAICS 5414 — Specialized Design Services332,021 entities

NAICS 5415 — Computer Systems Design and Related Services251,161 entities

NAICS 5416 — Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services750,642 entities

NAICS 5418 — Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services63,457 entities

NAICS 5419 — Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services232,512 entities

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