This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of table and household china, glassware, and earthenware.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Merchant wholesale distribution of flatware, excluding precious--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4232204, Other Home Furnishings Merchant Wholesalers;
• Merchant wholesale distribution of commercial chinaware, earthenware, and glassware--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4234401, Restaurant and Hotel Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers; and
• Merchant wholesale distribution of precious metal flatware--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4239401, Jewelry, Watch, Precious Stone, and Silverware Merchant Wholesalers.