Technical Definition

Merchants that sell a variety of office and school supplies and paper goods. Products for sale may include pens, pencils, calendars, desk organizers, staplers, file folders, bond paper, portfolios, message pads, markers, computer diskettes, ink cartridges for computer printers, a limited selection of computer software, and small office equipment such as file drawers, chairs, wastebaskets, and desk lamps. Such merchants do not primarily sell large or high-priced office equipment such as computers or desk units. For merchants that primarily sell computer hardware, use MCC 5732. For merchants that primarily sell computer software, use MCC 5734.

Related Codes

Cross-Industry Classification

This code is part of the ISO 18245 standard used by global payment networks. It may correspond to the following alternate classification systems:

  • VISA: Jewelry Stores, Watches, Clocks, and Silverware Stores
  • MASTERCARD: Excluded

Associated Merchants

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