SIC code 46450
Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics
9,215 UK companies classified under this code.
Search companies with SIC 46450What SIC code 46450 covers
SIC code 46450 is the UK Standard Industrial Classification for Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics. It falls under SIC section G — Wholesale & Retail Trade; Vehicle Repair, division 46. Companies record it at Companies House to describe what they do, and it is one of up to four SIC codes a company can hold.
Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics — the distributors and importers supplying fragrance, make-up, skincare and toiletries to pharmacies, beauty salons and retailers. Ranges from large brand distributors to specialist importers and salon-trade wholesalers. Neighbours the cosmetics manufacturers and the chemists, beauty shops and department stores that sell on to consumers.
Where these companies are based
Active companies under SIC code 46450 cluster most in:
- London 3,448
- Manchester 287
- Birmingham 254
- Beckenham 126
- Kington 110
- Cambridge 105
Example companies with SIC code 46450
A sample of recently-incorporated active companies classified under 46450:
- Premleen Gifts Ltd
- Mn Fast Track Distribution Ltd
- Sol Network Ltd
- Cornerstone Cosmetics Ltd
- OúEy Wellness Ltd
- Malcommerce Ltd
- Lomai Collective Ltd
- Joyce & Co. Botanics Ltd
- H.C Collective Supplies Ltd
- Sino Aus Bio Uk Ltd
- Nordic Ice Ltd
- Primal By Thirty Six Ltd
Related SIC codes
- 46110 Agents involved in the sale of agricultural raw materials, live animals, textile raw materials and semi-finished goods
- 46120 Agents involved in the sale of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals
- 46130 Agents involved in the sale of timber and building materials
- 46140 Agents involved in the sale of machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft
- 46150 Agents involved in the sale of furniture, household goods, hardware and ironmongery
- 46160 Agents involved in the sale of textiles, clothing, fur, footwear and leather goods
- 46170 Agents involved in the sale of food, beverages and tobacco
- 46180 Agents specialised in the sale of other particular products
- 46190 Agents involved in the sale of a variety of goods
Frequently asked
What is SIC code 46450?
SIC code 46450 is the UK Standard Industrial Classification (SIC 2007) for "Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics". It is the code a company records at Companies House when this is its business activity, and it sits within SIC section G — Wholesale & Retail Trade; Vehicle Repair.
How many companies use SIC code 46450?
9,215 companies are currently classified under SIC code 46450 on the UK register, most commonly in London, Manchester, Birmingham.
How do I find companies with SIC code 46450?
On Company Shark, search the live Companies House register by SIC code 46450, then narrow by location and incorporation date and export the list with director details. SIC code filtering is available on the Business and MAX plans.
Is SIC code 46450 the right code for my company?
SIC codes are self-reported. Pick the code that most closely matches your main activity — 46450 covers "Wholesale of perfume and cosmetics". You can record up to four SIC codes, and update them on your annual confirmation statement.
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