NAICS 339993 Quarterly Industry Report
Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing
Comprehensive industry research for valuation professionals, business owners, buyers, and lenders
NAICS Code: 339993Sector: 33Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
Fair Market Value provides this NAICS 339993 industry profile using data from the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Manufactures[8], Bureau of Labor Statistics employment data[6], and SBA size standard tables[7]. Our research team reviews trade flow data and apparel industry sourcing reports to verify fastener production trends. This report receives quarterly updates reflecting import competition patterns, workforce changes, and market conditions affecting fastener and button manufacturers.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the fastener, button, needle, and pin manufacturing industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing (NAICS 339993) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing fasteners, buttons, needles, pins, and buckles, except those made of precious metals or precious and semiprecious stones. Products include zippers, snaps, hook-and-eye closures, sewing needles, straight pins, safety pins, garment buttons, industrial fastener clips, and decorative buckles. The U.S. Census Bureau[5] classifies this industry within miscellaneous manufacturing, excluding medical needles and precious metal items.
Production methods center on high-speed metal stamping, die casting, wire forming, and plastic injection molding. Zipper manufacturing requires specialized chain-forming machinery, slider assembly, and tape attachment processes. Button production spans shell, plastic, metal, and fabric-covered varieties, each demanding different tooling and finishing steps. Needle manufacturing involves wire drawing, pointing, eye punching, polishing, and heat treatment to achieve proper hardness. Pin production uses automated wire cutting, point forming, and head stamping equipment running at extremely high speeds. Quality control focuses on dimensional consistency, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength across billions of individual units produced annually. The Bureau of Labor Statistics[6] tracks employment in this miscellaneous manufacturing subsector.
Under SBA size standards[7], NAICS 339993 carries a threshold of 750 employees. Import competition from low-cost Asian manufacturers dominates commodity fastener and button segments. Domestic producers retain competitive positions in specialty industrial fasteners, custom-engineered closures, and quick-turnaround private-label programs for fashion brands requiring short production runs.
What's Included in This Industry
- Zipper manufacturing and slider assembly
- Snap fastener and hook-and-eye closure production
- Garment button manufacturing (plastic, metal, shell, fabric-covered)
- Sewing needle and knitting needle production
- Straight pin, safety pin, and T-pin manufacturing
- Decorative and functional buckle production
- Industrial clip and retaining fastener manufacturing
- Hair pin and bobby pin production
- Grommets and eyelets manufacturing
- Velcro-type hook and loop fastener production
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Subsector | Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 339 |
| Industry Group | Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 3399 |
| NAICS Industry | All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing | 33999 |
| National Industry | Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing | 339993 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 339991 | Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing | Gasket, packing, and sealing device manufacturing shares the miscellaneous manufacturing classification and similar precision metal forming production methods |
| 339999 | All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing | All other miscellaneous manufacturing shares the same subsector classification and overlapping small-component production equipment and skilled labor pools |
| 339994 | Broom, Brush, and Mop Manufacturing | Broom, brush, and mop manufacturing falls within the same miscellaneous manufacturing subsector and targets overlapping consumer product retail channels |
| 332722 | Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing | Bolt, nut, screw, rivet, and washer manufacturing shares metal forming, stamping, and wire processing production methods with fastener manufacturers |
| 315990 | Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing | Apparel accessories manufacturing consumes buttons, zippers, snaps, and buckles as essential trim components in finished garment production |
| 424310 | Piece Goods, Notions, and Other Dry Goods Merchant Wholesalers | Piece goods and notions merchant wholesalers distribute buttons, zippers, and sewing supplies from manufacturers to garment makers and retail stores |
Geographic Concentration
Top states by share of national establishments.
| # | State | % Est. | Total Est. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York | 14.3% | 10 |
| 2 | New Jersey | 11.4% | 8 |
| 3 | Connecticut | 10.0% | 7 |
| 4 | Michigan | 8.6% | 6 |
| 5 | California | 8.6% | 6 |
| 6 | Illinois | 8.6% | 6 |
| 7 | North Carolina | 7.1% | 5 |
| 8 | Arizona | 7.1% | 5 |
| 9 | Ohio | 5.7% | 4 |
| 10 | Florida | 5.7% | 4 |
% Of Establishments
0%
14%
Source: County Business Patterns, U.S. Census Bureau[3]
SBA Lending Summary
8
Total SBA Loans
$28.1M
Total Loan Volume
$3.5M
Average Loan Size
10 yrs
Average Loan Term
5.95%
Average Interest Rate
64
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[4]
Key Insight: The SBA[7] assigns NAICS 339993 a size standard of 750 employees. Most domestic fastener and button manufacturers operate below this ceiling as mid-sized specialty producers. Qualifying firms access 7(a) loans for high-speed stamping equipment, die tooling, and raw material inventory. The 504 loan program supports facility acquisition for manufacturers expanding production lines or adding plating and surface treatment capabilities.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas Capital Bank | 8 | $28.1M | $3.5M |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses are classified under NAICS 339993?
NAICS 339993 covers manufacturers of fasteners, buttons, needles, pins, and buckles made from non-precious materials. Products include zippers, snaps, hook-and-eye closures, sewing needles, straight pins, safety pins, garment buttons, industrial clips, and decorative buckles. The U.S. Census Bureau[5] classifies these within miscellaneous manufacturing.
How is fastener and button manufacturing structured?
Production relies on high-speed metal stamping, wire forming, die casting, and injection molding. Zipper manufacturing uses specialized chain-forming and slider assembly equipment. Button production spans multiple material types requiring different tooling. Domestic firms increasingly focus on specialty and custom products while commodity segments face heavy import competition from Asian manufacturers.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 339993?
The SBA sets the size standard at 750 employees for fastener, button, needle, and pin manufacturing. Most firms operate below this threshold. The SBA size standard table[7] applies this employee count for small business certification and federal contracting eligibility.
What NAICS codes are related to fastener and button manufacturing?
Related manufacturing codes include 339991 (gasket and sealing devices), 339999 (all other miscellaneous manufacturing), and 332722 (bolt, nut, and rivet manufacturing). Downstream codes include 315990 (apparel accessories) and 424310 (notions wholesalers). The Census Bureau[5] groups this within miscellaneous manufacturing.
What industries are closely related to fastener and button manufacturing?
Bolt and rivet manufacturers (332722) share metal forming methods. Apparel accessories producers (315990) consume fasteners as components. Notions wholesalers (424310) distribute buttons and zippers. Gasket manufacturers (339991) share precision stamping processes. Textile bag mills (314910) consume industrial fasteners and closure hardware in product assembly.
What activities are included in NAICS 339993?
Covered activities include zipper manufacturing, snap and hook-and-eye production, button making in all non-precious materials, sewing and knitting needle production, pin manufacturing, buckle fabrication, grommet and eyelet production, and industrial clip manufacturing. Precious metal items and medical needles are excluded. The Census Bureau[5] defines the full scope.
Can fastener and button manufacturers qualify for SBA loans?
Yes, manufacturers with 750 or fewer employees qualify as small businesses under SBA guidelines[7]. The 7(a) loan program supports stamping press purchases, die tooling, and raw material inventory. Industry 504 program covers facility expansion and plating line installations. Federal uniform and textile procurement contracts offer additional revenue opportunities.
Where is fastener and button manufacturing concentrated in the United States?
Production clusters near historic garment manufacturing centers and metalworking hubs. New York, New Jersey, and the Southeast host notable concentrations of fastener and button producers. Proximity to remaining domestic apparel manufacturers and import distribution centers drives location patterns. The Census Bureau's County Business Patterns[9] tracks establishment counts by state.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns census.gov
- [4]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [5]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [6]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [7]SBA size standards sba.gov
- [8]U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of Manufactures census.gov
- [9]Census Bureau's County Business Patterns census.gov
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