What is Merchant Category Code 1799: Contractors – Special Trade, Not Elsewhere Classified

Understanding MCC 1799 1799: Contractors – Special Trade, Not Elsewhere Classified

Payment processors assign a four-digit Merchant Category Code (MCC) to classify a business by its goods or services. These codes, established by the ISO (International Organization for Standardization), are universally accepted by most card-issuing organisations.

MCC 1799: Contractors – Special Trade, Not Elsewhere Classified describes businesses that perform general and specialised construction services not covered by other specific MCC codes.

What Types of Businesses Fall Under MCC 1799?

MCC 1799 includes businesses involved in a variety of unique construction projects and services that do not fit typical classifications.

These include:

• Landscape Services: Companies offering design and maintenance of garden landscapes.
• Fencing Contractors: Providers of residential and commercial fencing installation and repair.
• Swimming Pool Construction: Specialists in designing and constructing swimming amenities.
• Underground Storage Installation: Experts setting up storage for commodities such as oil or water beneath the surface.

For more information on how merchant category codes can affect your business dealings, refer to this article, “What Are Merchant Category Codes (MCCs) and Why They Matter for Your Business.”

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