This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the merchant wholesale distribution of a combination or general line of drugs, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and toiletries.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Merchant wholesale distribution of surgical and hospital equipment--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4234501, Surgical, Medical, and Hospital Supplies Merchant Wholesalers;
• Merchant wholesale distribution of dental equipment--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4234502, Dental Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers; and
• Merchant wholesale distribution of specialty-line drugs, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and toiletries--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4242102, Specialty-Line Drugs, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, and Toiletries Merchant Wholesalers.