491
491 Postal service
Services postaux • Subsector
Other codes in this group (48-49)
↑ 48-49 Transportation and warehousing
481
Air transportation
→
482
Rail transportation
→
483
Water transportation
→
484
Truck transportation
→
485
Transit and ground passenger transportation
→
486
Pipeline transportation
→
487
Scenic and sightseeing transportation
→
488
Support activities for transportation
→
492
Couriers and messengers
→
493
Warehousing and storage
→
What code 491 includes
This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in operating the postal service. Establishments of the Post Office, other than those primarily engaged in providing courier services, are classified in this industry, as well as establishments that carry on one or more functions of the postal service on a contract basis, except the delivery of mail in bulk.
Industry groups
1 industry groupsClassification Hierarchy
- Sector 48-49 — Transportation and warehousing
- Subsector 491 — Postal service