This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing health and personal care items (except drugs, medicines, optical goods, perfumes, cosmetics, and beauty supplies).

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

Retailing health and personal care items via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers;

Retailing orthopedic shoes--are classified in Industry 44821, Shoe Stores;

Retailing orthopedic and prosthetic appliances that are made on premises--are classified in Industry 33911, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing;

Retailing prescription and nonprescription drugs and medicines--are classified in Industry 44611, Pharmacies and Drug Stores;

Retailing eyeglasses and contact lenses--are classified in Industry 44613, Optical Goods Stores;

Retailing perfumes, cosmetics, and beauty supplies--are classified in Industry 44612, Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores; and

Retailing naturally organic foods, such as fruits and vegetables, dairy products, and cereals and grains--are classified in Subsector 445, Food and Beverage Stores.