Support Activities for Coal Mining
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 213113 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing support activities for coal mining (except site preparation and related construction activities) on a contract or fee basis. Exploration for coal is included in this industry. Exploration includes traditional prospecting methods, such as taking core samples and making geological observations at prospective sites.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Which code does this activity belong in?
The boundary of coal mining support activities divides along the type of mineral being explored or supported. Establishments providing exploration, drilling support, and related contract services specifically for coal mining fall within this code, while similar support activities for oil and gas operations are classified in Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations. Support activities for metal mining and nonmetallic minerals mining are classified in their respective dedicated codes. Site preparation and construction activities are excluded from this code regardless of the mineral type.