Question 1

How Do I Register my Company with the US Company Lookup Tool?

Accepted Answer

The Company Lookup Tool is plugged into the Database at Dun&Bradstreet. If you are unable to find your Company Record within their database, you can sign up at their site. Check your D&B Listing here.

Question 2

Why Can’t I Find My Company Record in the Company Lookup Tool?

Accepted Answer

Not all Organizations will appear in The Company Lookup Tool. Records are derived from the Marketable Database at Dun&Bradstreet (D&B), so only Organizations with a DUNS Number may appear in the Company Lookup Tool. Typically D&B Company Records aren’t included in our system if they are lacking information, opted to be delisted from the marketable file, or are being held off the Marketable list for an undisclosed reason by D&B. If you have a DUNS Number, try finding your record on https://iupdate.dnb.com/iUpdate/companylookup.htm. Once you Verify and Authenticate your identity, you should be able to access and update your information as needed there. If you have any issues, contact the Phone number in the link. If lacking a Record with D&B, you can sign up at their site.

Question 3

How Do I Update My Company Record on the Company Lookup Tool?

Accepted Answer

The Company Lookup Tool is plugged into the Dun&Bradstreet Database and is updated in large batches, millions of records at a time. If your company record is out of date, you can update it using the Update tool at Dun&Bradstreet. After updating your record with D&B, it may take up to two months to change within the Company Lookup Tool.

It is not possible to expedite this process for any one company.

Question 4

Who Assigns SIC Codes to Businesses and How?

Accepted Answer

SIC Codes are no longer assigned by the US Government as they have been replaced by NAICS (North American Industrial Classification System). However, there are many agencies and organizations both government and otherwise that do still utilize these codes for a variety of reasons. Some will assign you a code themselves, though in most cases, you will be asked to provide your code.

An example of a company that may assign you an SIC Code is Dun & Bradstreet. If more than one SIC Code is assigned to a company by D&B, the first one listed is the primary line of business. The remaining codes, if any, comprise at least 10 percent of the firm's annual revenue. These codes can be updated by using the D&B iUpdate Service.

An example of a government agency that uses SIC Codes is the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The SEC does not assign codes, however, when a company registers their IPO, they will select an SIC code by assessing its primary source of revenue. The SEC and other agencies that use these codes can usually be reached if you need to alter the code they're using on your record.

Question 5

Can a Business Have More than One NAICS Code?

Accepted Answer

The U.S. Census Bureau assigns and maintains only one NAICS code for each establishment based on its primary activity (generally the activity that generates the most revenue for the establishment). Since other federal government agencies, trade associations, and regulation boards maintain their own lists of business establishments and assign classification codes based on their own programmatic needs, this will vary by agency.

Yes, some agencies assign more than one NAICS codes to one establishment. For instance, the SAM (System for Award Management formerly CCR), where businesses register to become federal contractors, will accept up to 5 or 10 classification codes per establishment. You will need to contact the other agencies to find out what their policies are. For access to a list of federal government agencies, click here.

Question 6

How Can I Find Data (Payroll, Establishment, Sales Receipts, etc.) for a Specific NAICS Industry?

Accepted Answer

You can obtain data for a specific NAICS industry by going to the 2007 Economic Census website. This website provides data at the sector level.

You may also get data by state, or selected metro area by using the pull-down menus in the upper right hand corner of the page. You may also obtain data from the American Fact Finder website.

You can obtain a quick report by either industry or geography by clicking on the links listed. Beginning with the 1998 data year, the annual County Business Patterns reports provide employment, payroll, number of establishments (but not sales/receipts). Click here to view the CBP data.

Question 7

What is the Relationship Between NAICS and the SBA Size Standards?

Accepted Answer

The Small Business Administration (SBA) developed size standards for each NAICS category. To find more information about the SBA size standards, click here.

You may also contact SBA’s Office of Size Standards at 202-205-6618 or via email to sizestandards@sba.gov

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