What this class covers
ANZSIC class 2599, Other Manufacturing n.e.c. (not elsewhere classified), includes Australian businesses that manufacture a diverse range of products that don't fit into more specific manufacturing categories. This class captures specialised manufacturing activities that serve both consumer and industrial markets with everyday and niche products.
Typical operations in this class include factories producing musical instruments like guitars and pianos, manufacturers of writing instruments such as pens and pencils, and producers of cleaning tools like brooms and brushes. Other examples include businesses making umbrellas, candles, wigs, and non-electrical signs. These operations typically involve various materials including plastics, metals, wood, and synthetic fibres.
This classification is used by government agencies like the Australian Bureau of Statistics for economic data collection, by the ATO for tax purposes, and by state authorities for business registration and compliance. Businesses in this class often supply retailers, wholesalers, or directly to consumers through various distribution channels.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing musical instruments (acoustic guitars, pianos, drums)
- Producing writing and marking equipment (pens, pencils, markers)
- Making cleaning tools (brooms, brushes, mops)
- Manufacturing personal care items (hair brushes, non-electric toothbrushes, wigs)
- Producing umbrellas and parasols
- Making candles and wax products
- Manufacturing office supplies (staplers, stamp pads)
- Producing vacuum flasks and insulated containers
- Manufacturing zippers and fasteners
- Making non-electrical signs
Exclusions and nearby codes
Certain manufacturing activities are excluded from this class and classified elsewhere:
- Electronic musical equipment (amplifiers, loudspeakers) falls under ANZSIC 2429 (Other Electronic Equipment Manufacturing)
- Electric toothbrushes are classified under ANZSIC 2449 (Other Domestic Appliance Manufacturing)
- Electrical signs are included in ANZSIC 2432 (Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing)
- Metal signs manufacturing belongs to ANZSIC 2299 (Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing n.e.c.)
- Signwriting services are classified under ANZSIC 6924 (Other Specialised Design Services)
Practical guidance
Businesses operating in this classification should register for an Australian Business Number (ABN) and may need to register for GST if annual turnover exceeds $75,000. They must lodge annual tax returns with the ATO and maintain proper records of income, expenses, and assets.
For workers' compensation insurance, businesses should use the appropriate classification code from their state or territory authority. The corresponding BIC code for this class is 25990, which may be used for various regulatory and reporting purposes.
Manufacturing businesses may be eligible for certain grants or assistance programs, particularly those focused on innovation, export development, or regional employment. Always verify eligibility criteria with official sources like AusIndustry or state business development agencies.