What this class covers
ANZSIC class 4259, Other Personal Accessory Retailing, categorises Australian businesses primarily engaged in selling new personal accessories through physical storefronts. This classification covers a specific niche within the broader retail trade sector, focusing on items that complement personal appearance and utility, excluding clothing and footwear. The class is designed for businesses whose main activity is the specialised retail of these goods to the general public.
Typical businesses found in this class include dedicated luggage stores, handbag boutiques, specialty sunglass retailers, and shops selling leather goods like wallets and belts. It also encompasses retailers of wigs, umbrellas, and other miscellaneous personal accessories not classified elsewhere. These operations are characterised by their store-based model, meaning they primarily sell goods from a physical retail location, such as a shop in a shopping centre or a standalone boutique.
This classification is used by government agencies, researchers, and the businesses themselves for statistical reporting, market analysis, and ensuring correct regulatory compliance. For instance, when applying for an ABN, a business selling primarily suitcases and travel bags would select this class to accurately describe its main activity.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class are mainly involved in the retail sale of the following new goods:
- Selling briefcases, portfolios, and other professional carrying cases.
- Operating a store that specialises in handbags, purses, and clutches.
- Retailing leather goods that are not clothing or footwear, such as wallets, belts, and key holders.
- Selling luggage, suitcases, travel bags, and backpacks designed for travel.
- Operating a specialty store focused on sunglasses and eyewear accessories.
- Retailing umbrellas and parasols.
- Selling wigs, hairpieces, and toupees.
- Retailing other personal accessories not covered by more specific ANZSIC classes.
Exclusions and nearby codes
It is important to note what this class does not include. Some retail activities involving similar materials or products are classified elsewhere in the ANZSIC system based on the primary good being sold.
For example, retailing leather clothing, such as leather jackets, pants, or skirts, is excluded from this class. This activity is included in ANZSIC 4251: Clothing Retailing. Similarly, retailing leather footwear is excluded and belongs in ANZSIC 4252: Footwear Retailing.
This class is part of a hierarchy. It sits within ANZSIC Group 425: Clothing, Footwear and Personal Accessory Retailing, which also contains the aforementioned classes 4251 and 4252. This entire group falls under Subdivision 42: Other Store-Based Retailing and the wider Division G: Retail Trade.
Practical guidance
Correctly using this ANZSIC classification is important for various administrative and regulatory processes in Australia. When registering for an Australian Business Number (ABN), you will be asked to select the code that best describes your main business activity. For a store primarily selling the accessories listed above, ANZSIC 4259 is the appropriate choice.
For tax purposes, including your Business Activity Statement (BAS), you will also use a corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC). The BIC for this class is 42590. This code helps the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) categorise your business for GST and other tax reporting.
Your workers' compensation insurance premium may be influenced by your industry classification, as rates can vary between different types of retail operations. Furthermore, some business grants or funding programs may target specific industry sectors, making accurate classification crucial for eligibility assessments. Always ensure your classified activity reflects your primary source of revenue to avoid misreporting.