Definition
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (NAICS 3254)

Under this topic you will find the North American Industry Classification System definition of the Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (NAICS 3254) industry group. You can use this definition to properly identify the segment of the industry you wish to study further in other sections of Canadian Industry Statistics.

Definition of the Industry Group

This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing drugs, medicines and related products for human or animal use. Establishments in this industry may undertake one or more of several processes, including basic processes, such as chemical synthesis, fermentation, distillation and solvent extraction; grading, grinding and milling; and packaging in forms suitable for internal and external use, such as tablets, vials, ampoules and ointments.

Exclusions

No exclusions are specified in the 2007 NAICS Canada manual.