North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 2007 - Labour Force Survey

• 8.2 - Service-Producing Industries
• 8.2.1 - Trade
• 44-45 - Retail Trade
• 452 - General Merchandise Stores^US

4521 - Department Stores^US

This industry group comprises establishments, known as department stores, primarily engaged in retailing a wide range of products, with each merchandise line constituting a separate department within the store. Selected departments may be operated by separate establishments, on a concession basis.