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  • 52160000 Family 49.2%

    Consumer electronics

  • 73171512 Commodity 42.8%

    Electronic computers or data processing equipment manufacture services

  • 43211503 Commodity 42.6%

    Notebook computer

    A notebook computer is a battery- or AC-powered personal computer generally smaller than a briefcase that can easily be transported and conveniently used in temporary spaces such as on airplanes, in libraries, temporary offices, and at meetings. A notebook computer, sometimes called a laptop computer, typically weighs less than 5 pounds and is 3 inches or less in thickness.

  • 43191629 Commodity 40.2%

    Notebook or palmtop skins or face plates

    A cover for hand-held computer devices

  • 56112001 Commodity 40.0%

    Computer support lighting or power or data components

  • 44100000 Family 38.8%

    Office machines and their supplies and accessories

  • 43211508 Commodity 38.8%

    Personal computer

    A small, relatively inexpensive general purpose computer designed for an individual user. Personal Computers are all are based on microprocessor technology that enables manufacturers to put an entire CPU on one chip. Businesses use personal computers for word processing, accounting, desktop publishing, and for running spreadsheet and database management applications. They are frequently attatched to corporate networks. At home, the most popular uses for personal computers are for accessing the Internet and for playing games.

  • 43211613 Commodity 38.6%

    Computer or notebook stands

  • 43211911 Commodity 38.6%

    Touchscreen glass

    Significant business use

  • 43211619 Commodity 38.1%

    Notebook computer carrying case

    Various padded or unpadded containers of various materials and configurations used to transport or store notebook computers

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UNSPSC Classification Guide

Whether you are a vendor submitting a proposal to a government agency or a procurement manager analyzing corporate spend, understanding the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC) is essential. Navigating global supply chains requires a universal language, and UNSPSC serves as the standard vocabulary for products and services across all industry sectors.

What is the UNSPSC system?

The UNSPSC is a globally recognized, open, and multi-sector taxonomy used to classify both products and services. Originally developed jointly by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Dun & Bradstreet in 1998, it is now managed by GS1 US.

Unlike other coding systems that might only focus on specific industries or regions, UNSPSC is designed to cover everything from raw materials and heavy machinery to software subscriptions and janitorial services. Because it is a unified global standard, it removes the friction of language barriers and regional dialects in B2B (business-to-business) commerce.

Why do businesses and governments use UNSPSC?

Advanced Spend Analysis

Procurement departments use these codes to categorize purchases, identify spending patterns, negotiate better bulk rates, and eliminate redundant purchases.

Streamlined E-Procurement

In B2B marketplaces, standardizing product catalogs with UNSPSC codes allows buyers to search for specific items across multiple suppliers instantly.

Government Contracting

Many federal, state, and local government agencies require vendors to list UNSPSC codes, automating the bidding process and matching contracts to suppliers.

Improved Product Discovery

For suppliers, tagging their catalog with accurate codes ensures products appear in correct categories when buyers use global procurement networks.

The 8-digit code structure

The true power of the UNSPSC taxonomy lies in its logical, four-level hierarchical structure. Each code consists of eight digits, broken into two-digit pairs.

Level Digits Example
Segment XX000000 44000000 - Office Equipment & Accessories
Family XXYY0000 44120000 - Office supplies
Class XXYYZZ00 44121700 - Writing instruments
Commodity XXYYZZKK 44121706 - Wooden pencils

Note: Sometimes a 9th and 10th digit are added to represent the "business function" such as retail, wholesale, or rental, but the core classification relies on the 8-digit structure.

Current Version is UNSPSC UNv260801.1 (18 March 2025) and it includes over 150,000+ active codes covering products and services across all industries.

UNSPSC vs NAICS: What's the difference?

A common point of confusion is the difference between UNSPSC and NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) codes.

NAICS = Companies

Classifies the company based on its primary industry or economic activity. Example: "Computer Manufacturing" business.

UNSPSC = Products

Classifies the products and services that the company buys or sells. That same manufacturer uses dozens of UNSPSC codes.

Best practices for finding the right code

Finding the perfect code can sometimes feel like finding a needle in a haystack, as there are over 150,000 active codes. Here are tips for using our UNSPSC code finder: