What is Merchant Category Code 5697: Tailors, Seamstress, Mending, and Alterations

Understanding MCC 5697: Tailors, Seamstress, Mending, and Alterations

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) 5697 is designated for establishments primarily engaged in services related to tailoring, sewing, mending, and garment alterations. Understanding merchant category codes facilitates better transaction reporting and optimises business strategies.

What Types of Businesses Fall Under MCC 5697?

MCC 5697 includes businesses that specialise in altering and mending clothes as well as custom tailoring.

These include:

• Tailor Shops: Entities providing bespoke tailoring services and custom sewing for clients.
• Seamstress Services: Professionals adept at fabric modifications and custom garment crafting.
• Clothing Alteration Businesses: Outfits specialising in adjustments and repairs to existing apparel.
• Mending Services: Providers focused on restoring and repairing clothing to extend the life of garments.

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