2017 NAICS Definition

T = Canadian, Mexican, and United States industries are comparable.

315210 Cut and Sew Apparel Contractors

This industry comprises establishments commonly referred to as contractors primarily engaged in (1) cutting materials owned by others for apparel and accessories and/or (2) sewing materials owned by others for apparel and accessories.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
  • Manufacturing men's and boys' apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315220, Men's and Boys' Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
  • Manufacturing women's, girls', and infants' apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315240, Women's, Girls', and Infants' Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
  • Manufacturing all other cut and sew apparel from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315280, Other Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing;
  • Manufacturing apparel accessories from purchased fabric--are classified in Industry 315990, Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing; and
  • Embroidering apparel on a contract or fee basis for the trade--are classified in U.S. Industry 314999, All Other Miscellaneous Textile Product Mills.
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NAICS		   2012
NAICS		   2017
NAICS		   Corresponding Index
Entries
31521   315210   315210   Apparel cut and sew contractors
31521   315210   315210   Apparel trimmings and findings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Apparel, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Appliqueing on apparel
31521   315210   315210   Aprons, waterproof (including rubberized fabric, plastics), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Aprons, work (except leather), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Arm bands cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ascots cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Athletic clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Athletic uniforms, team, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bakers' service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Band uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bandeaux cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Barbers' service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Baseball caps (except plastics) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Baseball uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Basketball uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bathing suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bathrobes cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Beachwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bedjackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Belts, apparel (e.g., fabric, leather, vinyl), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Belts, money, any material, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bibs and aprons, waterproof (e.g., plastics, rubber, similar materials), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Blouses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Body stockings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bow ties cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bra-slips cut and sew apparel contractors
315212   315210   315210   Brassieres cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Bridal dresses or gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Briefs cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Buntings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Burial garments cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Buttonhole making apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Buttonhole making, fur goods, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Buttonholing and button covering apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Caftans cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Camisoles cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Capes cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Caps (i.e., apparel accessory) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Caps and gowns, academic, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Caps, textiles, straw, fur-felt, and wool-felt, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Chauffeurs' hats and caps cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Chemises cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clerical vestments cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clothing, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clothing, leather or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clothing, water resistant, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clothing, water-repellent, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Clothing, waterproof, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coat linings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coat trimmings, fabric, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coats (e.g., tailored, fur, artificial leather, leather, sheep-lined), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coats, nontailored service apparel (e.g., laboratory, medical, mechanics'), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coats, waterproof (i.e., plastics, rubberized fabric, similar materials), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Collar and cuff sets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Contractors, cut and sew apparel
315212   315210   315210   Corselets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Corsets and allied garments (except surgical) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Costumes (e.g., lodge, masquerade, theatrical) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Coveralls, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Culottes cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Cummerbunds cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Cutting fabric owned by others for apparel
315212   315210   315210   Diaper covers, water resistant and waterproof, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dickeys cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Down-filled clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Drawers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dress and semidress gloves cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dress trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dressing gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dungarees cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Dusters (i.e., apparel) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ensemble dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Eyelet making contractors on apparel
31521   315210   315210   Feather-filled clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
315211   315210   315210   Field jackets, military, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Findings, suit and coat (e.g., coat fronts, pockets), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Firefighters' dress uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Flannel shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Formal jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Foundation garments cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Fur accessories and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Fur apparel (e.g., capes, coats, hats, jackets, neckpieces) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Fur clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Fur finishers, liners, and buttonhole makers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Fur plates and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Garments, leather or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
315212   315210   315210   Garter belts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Garters cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Girdles cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Glove linings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gloves and mittens (except athletic), leather, fabric, fur, or combinations, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gloves and mittens, woven or knit, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gowns (e.g., academic, choir, clerical) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gowns, formal, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gowns, hospital, surgical and patient, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Gowns, wedding, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Graduation caps and gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Handkerchiefs (except paper) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hat bodies (e.g., fur-felt, straw, wool-felt) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hat findings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hat linings and trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hats (e.g., cloth, fur, fur-felt, leather, straw, wool-felt) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hats, trimmed, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Headbands cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hemstitching apparel contractors on apparel
31521   315210   315210   Hospital service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Housecoats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Housedresses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Hunting coats and vests cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Industrial garments cut and sew apparel contractors
315212   315210   315210   Infants' cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jackets, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jackets, leather (except welders') or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jackets, service apparel (e.g., laboratory, medical), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jackets, ski, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jean-cut casual slacks cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jeans cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jerseys cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jogging suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Jumpsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Knickers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Knit gloves cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Laboratory coats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Leather apparel (e.g., capes, coats, hats, jackets) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Leather clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Leather gloves or mittens (except athletic) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Leggings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Leotards cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Lingerie cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Linings, hat, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Lounging robes and dressing gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Mackinaws cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Maternity bras and corsets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Medical service apparel cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Melton jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Middies cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Military dress uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Millinery cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Millinery trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Mittens (e.g., leather, woven or knit) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Mufflers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Neckpieces, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Neckties cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Neckwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Negligees cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Nightgowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Nightshirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Nightwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Opera hats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Overall jackets, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Overalls, work, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Overcoats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Pajamas cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Panama hats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Panties cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Pants (e.g., athletic, dress, leather, sweat, waterproof outerwear, work) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Pants outfits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Pantsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
315212   315210   315210   Panty girdles cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Paper dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Plastics gowns cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Plastics rainwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Playsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Pleating contractors on apparel
31521   315210   315210   Pockets (e.g., coat, suit) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Police caps and hats (except protective head gear) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Police uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Polo shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ponchos and similar waterproof raincoats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Prayer shawls cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Professional service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Raincoats (e.g., water resistant, waterproof, water-repellent) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Riding clothes cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Robes, lounging, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Rompers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Scarves cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Service apparel, washable, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sewing fabric owned by others for apparel
31521   315210   315210   Shirts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Shirts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Shorts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Shorts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ski pants cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ski suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Skirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Slacks cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Slacks, jean-cut casual, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Slips cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Snowsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sport coats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sport coats, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sport coats, leather (including artificial and tailored), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sport shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sports clothing cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Suit trimmings cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Suits (i.e., nontailored, tailored, work) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Suspenders cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweat bands cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweat pants cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweat suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweater jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweater vests cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweaters cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Sweatshirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Swimsuits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   T-shirts, outerwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   T-shirts, underwear, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Tailored dress and sport coats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Tank tops cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Team athletic uniforms cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Teddies cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Tennis shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Tennis skirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Theatrical costumes cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Ties cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Topcoats cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Training pants (i.e., underwear) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Trimmings, fur, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Trousers cut and sew apparel contractors
315211   315210   315210   Tuxedos cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Underwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Underwear shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Underwear shorts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniform hats and caps cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniform shirts cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniforms, band, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniforms, dress (e.g., military, police, fire fighter), cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniforms, nontailored, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Uniforms, team athletic, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Union suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Vestments, academic and clerical, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Vests cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Vests, leather, fur, or sheep-lined, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Warmup suits cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Washable service apparel (e.g., barbers', hospital, professional) cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Water resistant apparel cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Water resistant outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Water-repellent outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Waterproof outerwear cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Wedding dresses cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Windbreakers cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Work coats and jackets cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Work gloves, leather, cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Work pants cut and sew apparel contractors
31521   315210   315210   Work shirts cut and sew apparel contractors