Section C 21000

Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products

SIC-7 Code

21000

ETI Eligible

✅ Yes

Description

SIC code 21000 (Manufacture of pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemical and botanical products) is part of Division 21 (Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations) within Section C (Manufacturing).

Compliance Risk Score
10 /10
Verified Official Source
International Crosswalk
Previous Edition Migration
Complete Hierarchy
Size/Threshold Documented
Trade or Export Match
Legacy Crosswalk

Who is this code for

This code typically applies to:

Chemical EngineerApplies chemistry and engineering to design manufacturing processes for chemicals.
Production ManagerOversees the manufacturing process to ensure efficiency and quality standards.
AssemblerJoins components to create finished products in a factory environment.
Industrial MechanicInstalls and repairs complex industrial machinery and equipment.
Machine OperatorOperates and maintains industrial machinery for product assembly or processing.

Previous Classification (SIC 5)

Under the previous SIC 5 system, this activity was linked to: 33510 - Pharmaceuticals.

In this section (Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products and pharmaceutical preparations)

Tax & Compliance 2026/27

Corporate27%
BTW / VAT15%
ETIAvailable
WageR27.58/h
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SETA Allocation

CHIETA
Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority

Frequently Asked Questions

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