SIC 482-digit major group · SIC 1987Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services
SIC Code 48: Communications
The SIC code for Communications is 48.
Communications establishments provide telephone, telegraph, radio broadcasting, television broadcasting, and cable services. This sector has been transformed by digital convergence and wireless technology.
SIC 48 is a 2-digit major group in Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services, covering 5 industry groups and 7 4-digit SIC industries.
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Other Major Groups in Transportation, Communications, Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services
SIC 40 — Railroads1 industry groups
SIC 41 — Local and Suburban Transit and Interurban Highway Passenger Transportation6 industry groups
SIC 42 — Motor Freight Transportation and Warehousing3 industry groups
SIC 43 — United States Postal Service1 industry groups
SIC 44 — Water Transportation6 industry groups
SIC 45 — Transportation by Air3 industry groups
SIC 46 — Pipelines, Except Natural Gas1 industry groups
SIC 47 — Transportation Services4 industry groups
SIC 49 — Electric, Gas, and Sanitary Services7 industry groups
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