Dried & Dehydrated Food Manufacturing
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 311423 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) drying (including freeze-dried) and/or dehydrating fruits, vegetables, and soup mixes and bouillon and/or (2) drying and/or dehydrating ingredients and packaging them with other purchased ingredients, such as rice and dry pasta.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Which code does this activity belong in?
Dried and Dehydrated Food Manufacturing covers establishments that dry or freeze-dry fruits, vegetables, and soup mixes, as well as those that dehydrate these ingredients and package them with other purchased components like rice and pasta. Establishments that can fruits, vegetables, and specialty foods are classified in Fruit and Vegetable Canning or Specialty Canning, which use heat-based preservation methods rather than drying or dehydration processes.