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Definition
Non-Metallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
(NAICS 327)
The industries on this site are classified according to the North
American Industry Classification System (NAICS) of 2002. Statistics
Canada maintains this standard classification which has superseded the 1980
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) previously used.
This section outlines NAICS Canada 2002 with respect to the
Non-Metallic Mineral Product Manufacturing subsector.
It defines the activities specifically excluded, as well as its position in the
NAICS hierarchy.
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Definition of the Subsector |
This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing non-metallic mineral products. These establishments cut, grind, shape and finish granite, marble, limestone, slate and other stone; mix non-metallic minerals with chemicals and other additives; and heat non-metallic mineral preparations to make products, such as bricks, refractories, ceramic products, cement and glass.
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Establishments primarily engaged in the following activities are excluded: - beneficiating non-metallic minerals (NAICS 212, Mining (except Oil and Gas)).
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Position in NAICS Hierarchy |
Canada's Non-Metallic Mineral Product Manufacturing (NAICS 327) subsector is comprised of the following industry groups :
It is part of the Manufacturing (NAICS 31-33) sector.
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