Classification Detail

This class includes the activities of organizations whose members' interest centre on the development and prosperity of a particular line of business or trade including farming, or on the economic growth and climate of a particular geographical area or political subdivision without regard for line of business. Included are activities of federations of associations whose members are in the same general line of business and also of federations of territorial associations which have the effect of expanding the geographical area covered. The main services supplied involve dissemination of information, representation before government agencies, public relations and labour negotiations. Activities of chambers of commerce, guilds and similar organizations are included. Exclusions: Publication of newspapers, journals, etc., by these organizations is classified in the appropriate class of group 221 (Publishing). Labour negotiation on a fee or contract basis is classified in class 7414 (Business and management consultancy activities).