What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1919 captures Australian businesses engaged in manufacturing various polymer and composite products that don't fit into more specific classifications. This includes operations working with reinforced plastics, composite materials, and specialized polymer applications across multiple industries.
Typical businesses in this class manufacture fibreglass products for marine and automotive applications, produce plastic or composite hoses and belts for industrial use, and create resilient polymer floor coverings. The classification also covers safety equipment made from high-density polymers and various plastic consumer products like garbage bins and garden hoses.
Examples include a Queensland workshop manufacturing fibreglass boat hulls and marine components, a Victorian factory producing plastic conveyor belts for mining operations, and a Sydney-based operation creating resilient polymer flooring for commercial buildings. This classification serves as an important catch-all for diverse polymer manufacturing activities that support Australia's industrial, construction, and consumer sectors.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses classified under ANZSIC 1919 typically engage in one or more of these manufacturing activities:
- Producing fibreglass products including awnings, boat hulls, and motor vehicle parts
- Manufacturing plastic or composite hoses for garden, radiator, heating, and industrial applications
- Creating conveyor belts, transmission belts, V-belts, and vacuum cleaner belts from plastic or composite materials
- Producing resilient polymer floor coverings for residential and commercial use
- Manufacturing plastic consumer products such as garbage bins and garden gloves
- Producing high-density polymer safety equipment including military and industrial helmets
- Making refrigeration container insulation sheets and other specialized polymer products
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related manufacturing activities are specifically excluded from this class and fall under other ANZSIC classifications:
Texturising fibres and filaments manufactured elsewhere is included in Class 1829: Other Basic Polymer Manufacturing, which covers upstream polymer production processes rather than finished products.
Manufacturing textile glass fibres falls under Class 2090: Other Non-Metallic Mineral Product Manufacturing, as this involves mineral-based production rather than polymer processing.
Fibreglass furniture manufacturing is classified under Class 2519: Other Furniture Manufacturing, which focuses on furniture production regardless of materials used.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, accurate ANZSIC classification ensures correct assignment of your Business Industry Code (BIC). This code affects your workers' compensation premiums, as different manufacturing activities carry varying risk profiles.
For tax purposes, businesses in this class typically report under manufacturing classifications and may need to track raw material inputs and finished goods differently than service businesses. Some polymer manufacturing activities may qualify for industry-specific grants or incentives, particularly those involving advanced materials or export operations.
If your business operations span multiple polymer manufacturing activities, review the specific primary activities and exclusions carefully. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides detailed industry definitions that can help determine the most appropriate classification for mixed operations.