NAICS 322220 - Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing
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What is NAICS 322220
NAICS code 322220 covers the manufacturing of paper bags, coated and treated paper products, and related items. Businesses operating in this sector specialize in cutting, coating, laminating, and converting paper, paperboard, metal foils, and other flexible materials into finished products such as multiwall bags, sacks, and laminated foils. These manufacturers often utilize specialized processes to produce durable, coated, and laminated paper products designed for packaging and industrial use. Government agencies contract with these manufacturers to procure materials for packaging, storage, and transportation of goods, ensuring compliance with environmental standards and durability requirements. The sector plays a crucial role in supporting supply chain and logistics operations across various government functions.
Industry Classification for NAICS 322220
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in one or more of the following: (1) cutting and coating paper and paperboard; (2) cutting and laminating paper, paperboard, and other flexible materials (except plastics film to plastics film); (3) manufacturing bags, multiwall bags, sacks of paper, metal foil, coated paper, laminates, or coated combinations of paper and foil with plastics film; (4) manufacturing laminated aluminum and other converted metal foils from purchased foils; and (5) surface coating paper or paperboard.
Breakdown for NAICS 322220
- Includes cutting, coating, and laminating paper and paperboard materials.
- Manufactures bags, sacks, and laminated foil-paper combinations for packaging.
- Covers surface coating and converting metal foils from purchased materials.
- Typical business size ranges from small manufacturers to large industrial producers.
- Government contracts support packaging, waste management, and environmental initiatives.
Included Activities for NAICS 322220
- Cutting and coating paper and paperboard materials.
- Laminating paper, paperboard, and other flexible materials.
- Manufacturing paper bags, multiwall bags, and sacks.
- Producing laminated aluminum and converted metal foils.
- Surface coating of paper and paperboard for enhanced properties.
- Custom fabrication of coated and treated paper products.
- Quality testing and compliance with environmental standards.
- Packaging and shipping finished paper products to government clients.
Business Types for NAICS 322220
- Paper bag manufacturers
- Coated and laminated paper producers
- Flexible packaging converters
- Industrial paper product fabricators
- Sustainable packaging suppliers
Subcategories for NAICS 322220
- Adhesive tape (except medical) made from purchased materials
- Bags (except plastics only) made by laminating or coating combinations of purchased plastics, foil and paper
- Bags, coated paper, made from purchased paper
- Bags, foil, made from purchased foil
- Bags, multiwall, made from purchased uncoated paper
- Bags, paper, uncoated, made from purchased paper
- Bags, uncoated paper, made from purchased paper
- Book paper made by coating purchased paper
- Book paper, coated, made from purchased paper
- Cardboard, laminated or surface coated, made from purchased paperboard
- Chipboard, laminated or surface coated, made from purchased paperboard
- Coated board made from purchased paperboard
- Coating purchased papers for nonpackaging applications (except photosensitive paper)
- Coating purchased papers for packaging applications
- Duct tape made from purchased materials
- Flexible packaging sheet materials made by coating or laminating purchased paper
- Flexible packaging sheet materials made by laminating purchased foil
- Foil bags made from purchased foil
- Foil sheet, laminating purchased foil sheets for packaging applications
- Gift wrap made from purchased materials
- Grocers' bags and sacks made from purchased uncoated paper
- Groundwood paper, coated, made from purchased paper
- Gummed paper products (e.g., labels, sheets, tapes) made from purchased paper
- Laminating foil for flexible packaging applications
- Laminating purchased foil sheets for nonpackaging applications
- Laminating purchased paperboard
- Laminating purchased papers for nonpackaging applications
- Laminating purchased papers for packaging applications
- Leatherboard (i.e., paperboard based) made from purchased paperboard
- Masking tape made from purchased paper
- Milk carton board stock made from purchased paperboard
- Paper bags, coated, made from purchased paper
- Paper bags, uncoated, made from purchased paper
- Paperboard, pasted, lined, laminated, or surface coated, made from purchased paperboard
- Pressure sensitive paper and tape (except medical) made from purchased materials
- Sacks, multiwall, made from purchased uncoated paper
- Slitting adhesive-type tapes other than medical types for the trade
- Surface coating purchased paperboard
- Tapes, pressure sensitive (e.g., cellophane, masking), gummed, made from purchased paper or other materials
- Wallpaper made from purchased papers or other materials
- Waxed paper for nonpackaging applications made from purchased paper
- Waxed paper for packaging applications made from purchased paper
Government Buyers for NAICS 322220
Federal agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the General Services Administration frequently purchase products manufactured under NAICS 322220. These agencies require paper bags and coated paper products for packaging, waste management, and environmentally sustainable solutions in various operational contexts. Additionally, state and local governments procure these products for public works, sanitation, and emergency response activities. Government buyers prioritize suppliers who can meet strict quality standards and provide eco-friendly, compliant packaging materials in bulk quantities.
Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 322220
Contracts in this sector commonly include firm-fixed-price and indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts to accommodate ongoing supply needs. Competitive bidding and negotiated procurement methods prevail, with contract values ranging from small orders for specific paper products to multi-million-dollar agreements for large-scale supply and custom manufacturing. Blanket purchase agreements (BPAs) and long-term supply contracts are also typical to ensure consistent availability of paper bags and coated paper products for government operations. Contracting officers seek suppliers who demonstrate capacity for timely delivery and compliance with sustainability requirements.
Details for NAICS 322220
Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry
| NAICS Code | Industry Title |
|---|---|
| 32222 | Paper Bag and Coated and Treated Paper Manufacturing |
| 3222 | Converted Paper Product Manufacturing |
| 322 | Paper Manufacturing |
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