What this class covers
ANZSIC class 1915 categorises Australian businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing adhesives, glues, and other bonding materials of an organic nature. This classification applies to operations that produce these substances through chemical processes rather than simply blending purchased materials. The products manufactured are typically used across various industries including construction, packaging, woodworking, and consumer goods.
Examples of businesses that would fall under this classification include a factory producing industrial-strength epoxy resins for construction applications, a manufacturer specialising in water-based wood glues for furniture makers, or an operation creating rubber-based contact adhesives for automotive applications. The classification also covers specialty operations such as producers of casein-based glues derived from milk proteins or manufacturers developing custom adhesive formulations for specific industrial clients.
This classification is used by government agencies including the Australian Taxation Office, state revenue offices, and statistical agencies to track the performance of this specific manufacturing subsector. Businesses may also encounter this code when applying for certain industry-specific licenses or when reporting manufacturing data to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class are primarily engaged in:
- Manufacturing various types of adhesives and bonding compounds
- Producing casein-based glues derived from milk proteins
- Creating general-purpose glues for consumer or industrial use
- Developing rubber-based adhesive products
These activities involve chemical processing operations to create bonding substances that are typically sold to other businesses (B2B) or through retail channels to consumers. The manufacturing process may involve mixing raw materials, chemical reactions, quality testing, and packaging for distribution.
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related manufacturing activities are specifically excluded from ANZSIC 1915 and classified elsewhere:
Manufacturing synthetic resins and synthetic rubber falls under ANZSIC 1821: Synthetic Resin and Synthetic Rubber Manufacturing. This distinction is important as synthetic resin manufacturing involves different chemical processes and raw materials.
Production of cellulose nitrate and gun cotton is classified under ANZSIC 1892: Explosive Manufacturing due to the hazardous nature and different regulatory requirements of these products.
Manufacturing asphalt and bituminous materials is included in ANZSIC 1709: Other Petroleum and Coal Product Manufacturing as these are petroleum-derived products with different applications and manufacturing processes.
Practical guidance
When registering your business or applying for an ABN, accurately selecting ANZSIC 1915 helps government agencies correctly classify your operations. This classification may affect how you complete Business Activity Statements (BAS) and which industry-specific deductions you can claim.
For workers' compensation insurance, adhesive manufacturing typically falls under chemical manufacturing risk categories, which may have different premium rates than other manufacturing sectors. You should confirm your classification with your state's WorkSafe authority or insurance provider.
The Business Industry Code (BIC) equivalent for this classification is 19150. When dealing with import/export documentation or certain regulatory filings, you may need to reference this code alongside your ANZSIC classification.
If your business engages in both adhesive manufacturing and excluded activities (such as synthetic resin production), you may need to maintain separate records or seek clarification from the Australian Bureau of Statistics on how to correctly report your primary activity.