Supermarkets and Other Grocery (except Convenience) Storesin USA
USA Market Research and Industry Report
26 November 2007
Industry Code : 44511
This industry is part of the Retail Trade sector in the US. Operators in this industry retail a broad range of general food and nonfood merchandise including groceries and other food products, meals, snack, alcohol, tobacco, health, cleaning and paper merchandise. However food merchandise accounts for over 70% of the industry's product segment. These goods are purchased from domestic (and in some cases international) manufacturers and wholesalers. Operators then retail these goods, through their store, to the general public. It is important to note that those retailers who operate primarily as convenience stores, meat markets, gasoline stations with convenience stores or other direct selling establishments are excluded from this industry. NAICS definition: This industry comprises establishments generally known as supermarkets and grocery stores primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food, such as canned and frozen foods; fresh fruits and vegetables; and fresh and prepared meats, fish, and poultry. Included in this industry are delicatessen-type establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of food.
The major products and services in this industry are:
| - | All Other Foods |
| - | Produce, Fruits & Vegetables |
| - | Meat, Fish, Poultry & Prepackaged Meats |
| - | Drugs, Health, Cosmetics |
| - | Dairy |
| - | Frozen Foods |
| - | Bakery |
| - | Delicatessen Items |
| - | Packaged Alcohol |
| - | Bottled, Canned, Packaged Soft Drink |
| - | Paper & Related Products |
| - | Soaps, Detergents & Household Cleaning Products |
| - | Cigars, Cigarettes, Tobacco & Smokers Accessories |
| - | Candy |
| - | Stationary, Magazines, Greeting Cards |
| - | Lawn & Garden Products |
| - | Pet Food & Supplies |
| - | All Other Products | |
The primary activities of this industry are:
| - | Retailing a general line of food | |
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Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.
