What this class covers
ANZSIC class 2519 classifies businesses that manufacture furniture or furniture components using materials not covered by more specific classifications. This category primarily includes operations working with natural materials like cane, bamboo, and rattan, as well as synthetic materials such as fibreglass when used for furniture production. The classification applies to both complete furniture manufacturing and the production of parts specifically for furniture assembly.
In practice, this classification helps government agencies and industry bodies track economic activity in niche furniture manufacturing sectors. Businesses might include a specialist workshop crafting bamboo outdoor furniture, a manufacturer producing rattan chair components, or a operation creating custom fibreglass seating for commercial spaces. The common thread is that these operations don't fit into wood, metal, or plastic furniture classifications that have their own dedicated ANZSIC codes.
Typical business examples include: a Queensland workshop manufacturing cane outdoor setting; a Victorian enterprise producing fibreglass reception desks for corporate clients; a NSW business specializing in bamboo bedroom furniture; a Western Australian manufacturer creating rattan office partitions; and a South Australian operation producing fibreglass museum display cases.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing furniture from bamboo, including outdoor settings, indoor pieces, and decorative items
- Producing cane furniture such as chairs, tables, and storage units
- Creating fibreglass furniture including custom-designed pieces for commercial or residential use
- Manufacturing rattan furniture, both indoor and outdoor varieties
- Producing furniture parts from these materials for assembly by other businesses
- Other furniture manufacturing activities not covered by more specific classifications
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related manufacturing activities are specifically excluded from this classification and fall under other ANZSIC codes:
Manufacturing window coverings like blinds and shades from textile materials is classified under ANZSIC 1333 (Cut and Sewn Textile Product Manufacturing). Plastic furniture production falls under ANZSIC 1912 (Rigid and Semi-Rigid Polymer Product Manufacturing), while concrete furniture manufacturing is included in Group 203 (Cement, Lime, Plaster and Concrete Product Manufacturing).
Furniture repair and restoration services are excluded from manufacturing classifications entirely and belong to ANZSIC 9499 (Other Repair and Maintenance n.e.c.). Wood furniture manufacturing is covered by ANZSIC 2511, and metal furniture manufacturing by ANZSIC 2512, making those separate classifications from this catch-all category.
Practical guidance
When registering your business or applying for an ABN, you'll need to select the most appropriate ANZSIC classification based on your primary activity. For businesses manufacturing furniture from cane, bamboo, rattan, or fibreglass, ANZSIC 2519 is typically the correct choice. This classification aligns with Business Industry Code (BIC) 25190 for tax and reporting purposes.
Your ANZSIC classification can affect several aspects of business operation, including workers' compensation insurance premiums, as different manufacturing classifications have varying risk assessments. It may also influence eligibility for industry-specific grants or assistance programs targeted at particular manufacturing sectors. When completing Business Activity Statements or tax returns, ensure consistency in your reported industry classification across all government documentation.
If your business operations change significantly—such as adding plastic furniture production alongside your rattan furniture line—you may need to review your classification, as mixed-material manufacturing might require different reporting approaches. The Australian Bureau of Statistics provides detailed classification guidelines if you need to determine between multiple potentially applicable codes.