What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1331 categorises Australian businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing textile-based floor coverings. This includes operations that produce carpets, rugs, mats and other floor coverings using natural or synthetic fibres through processes like weaving, tufting or other textile manufacturing methods. The classification covers both residential and commercial textile floor products made from materials including wool, nylon, polyester, jute, sisal, coir and other hard fibres.
Typical businesses in this class include carpet mills producing broadloom carpets for residential or commercial use, manufacturers specialising in carpet tiles for office environments, operations creating area rugs from textile materials, businesses producing natural fibre mats from materials like jute or coir, and specialised manufacturers creating custom textile floor coverings for specific applications. These operations typically involve textile processing equipment rather than rubber or plastic manufacturing processes.
This classification is used by Australian government agencies for statistical reporting, by businesses for ABN registration and tax purposes, and by industry associations for sector analysis. Accurate classification helps ensure proper compliance with reporting requirements and access to relevant industry programs.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class primarily engage in:
- Manufacturing carpets through weaving or tufting processes using natural or synthetic fibres
- Producing carpet tiles designed for modular installation in commercial settings
- Creating textile rugs and floor coverings not elsewhere classified
- Manufacturing hard fibre floor coverings including sisal, coir and grass mats
- Producing jute matting and similar textile-based floor products
- Manufacturing textile floor rugs of various sizes and styles
Exclusions and nearby codes
This class specifically excludes manufacturing activities involving non-textile materials or processes. Businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing rubber floor coverings or underlays are classified under ANZSIC 1920: Natural Rubber Product Manufacturing. This distinction is important as rubber manufacturing involves different processes, materials and industry regulations.
Related classifications include the broader Group 133: Textile Product Manufacturing which encompasses other textile products, and Subdivision 13: Textile, Leather, Clothing and Footwear Manufacturing for businesses operating in adjacent sectors.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, accurate ANZSIC classification helps ensure correct tax reporting and compliance. For textile floor covering manufacturing, the appropriate code is 1331, with corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC) 13310 for taxation purposes.
Workers' compensation insurance classifications may vary by state and specific business operations, but typically fall under manufacturing categories. Premiums are influenced by factors including payroll size, workplace safety record and specific manufacturing processes used.
Businesses in this sector should maintain detailed records of manufacturing processes, materials used and product specifications, as these may be relevant for tax compliance, safety regulations and potential grant applications. Various state and federal manufacturing support programs may be available, though eligibility depends on specific criteria including business size, location and investment plans.