This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing textbooks, generally on the college level. Most of these establishments are located on or near college campuses and some may sell more apparel than books. These establishments may also offer second-hand textbooks. School book stores, other than college, are included in this industry.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

Retailing a general line of new books--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4512111, Book Stores, General;

Retailing specialty books, such as general reference, religious, and professional books--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4512112, Specialty Book Stores;

Retailing used books (except rare)--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4533102, Second-hand Stores, except Pawn Shops; and

Retailing textbooks via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers.