This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of home furnishings and/or housewares.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Merchant wholesale distribution of electrical household-type goods--are classified in U.S. Industry 423620, Electrical and Electronic Appliance, Television, and Radio Set Merchant Wholesalers; and
• Merchant wholesale distribution of precious metal flatware--are classified in U.S. Industry 423940, Jewelry, Watch, Precious Stone, and Precious Metal Merchant Wholesalers.