What is Merchant Category Code 5641: Children’s and Infant’s Wear Stores

MCC 5641: Children’s and Infant’s Wear Stores

An MCC, or Merchant Category Code, is a four-digit number assigned by payment processors to classify a business according to the type of goods or services it provides.  MCCs are defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and are universally recognised by most card issuers.

Merchant Category Code (MCC) 5641 identifies transactions for businesses selling children’s and infant’s clothing and accessories. Understanding your MCC code is essential for categorisation in payment processing.

What Types of Businesses Fall Under MCC 5641?

Businesses described under MCC 5641 primarily offer clothing and accessories catering to newborns, infants, and children up to 12 years. Here are some examples:

• Boutiques: Specialised stores providing unique fashion for children and infants.
• Department Stores: Sections within larger retail establishments dedicated to kids’ fashion.
• Online Retailers: E-commerce platforms that focus on selling children’s wear.
• Brand Stores: Retail fronts operated by specific children’s apparel brands.

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