SIC 382-digit major group · SIC 1987Manufacturing

SIC Code 38: Measuring, Analyzing & Controlling Instruments; Photo Goods; Watches

The SIC code for Measuring, Analyzing & Controlling Instruments; Photo Goods; Watches is 38.

Instruments manufacturers produce precision measurement, analysis, and control devices for industrial, medical, and scientific applications, as well as photographic equipment, optical instruments, and watches.

SIC 38 is a 2-digit major group in Manufacturing, covering 6 industry groups and 17 4-digit SIC industries.

Industry Groups

SIC Industries

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Classification

Industry Groups (3-digit)

SIC Code	Industry Group Title	Industries
381	SIC 381 — Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical Systems	1
382	SIC 382 — Laboratory Apparatus and Analytical, Optical, Measuring and Controlling Instruments	8
384	SIC 384 — Surgical and Medical Instruments and Apparatus	5
385	SIC 385 — Ophthalmic Goods	1
386	SIC 386 — Photographic Equipment and Supplies	1
387	SIC 387 — Watches, Clocks, Clockwork Operated Devices and Parts	1

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Other Major Groups in Manufacturing

SIC 20 — Food and Kindred Products9 industry groups

SIC 21 — Tobacco Products4 industry groups

SIC 22 — Textile Mill Products9 industry groups

SIC 23 — Apparel & Other Finished Products Made From Fabrics & Similar Materials9 industry groups

SIC 24 — Lumber and Wood Products, Except Furniture6 industry groups

SIC 25 — Furniture and Fixtures5 industry groups

SIC 26 — Paper and Allied Products5 industry groups

SIC 27 — Printing, Publishing, and Allied Industries9 industry groups

SIC 28 — Chemicals and Allied Products8 industry groups

SIC 29 — Petroleum Refining and Related Industries3 industry groups

SIC 30 — Rubber and Miscellaneous Plastics Products5 industry groups

SIC 31 — Leather and Leather Products7 industry groups

SIC 32 — Stone, Clay, Glass, and Concrete Products9 industry groups

SIC 33 — Primary Metal Industries7 industry groups

SIC 34 — Fabricated Metal Products, Except Machinery & Transportation Equipment9 industry groups

SIC 35 — Industrial and Commercial Machinery and Computer Equipment9 industry groups

SIC 36 — Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment & Components8 industry groups

SIC 37 — Transportation Equipment7 industry groups

SIC 39 — Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries6 industry groups

Need the NAICS equivalent? convert a SIC code to NAICS using the mapping table — SIC 1987 four-digit industries paired with NAICS 2022 at the five-digit industry level, with coverage gaps stated.