311514 - Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing

Introduction

If you're involved in the dairy product industry or seeking to understand a vital niche within food manufacturing, exploring NAICS code 311514 is essential. This code covers the specialized manufacturing of dry, condensed, and evaporated dairy products—staples in both consumer households and food production plants. From powdered milk in baby formula to sweetened condensed milk in desserts, this industry serves as a cornerstone for many culinary and industrial applications.

What is NAICS Code 311514?

NAICS code 311514 is designated for Dry, Condensed, and Evaporated Dairy Product Manufacturing. It includes establishments primarily engaged in processing milk into various shelf-stable and ingredient-ready forms such as:

• Powdered milk
• Evaporated milk
• Sweetened condensed milk

These products are widely used as ingredients in food manufacturing or sold directly to consumers for home use.

Sector and Typical Business Activities

NAICS 311514 falls under the broader Food Manufacturing sector. The industry encompasses multiple specialized manufacturing processes requiring stringent quality controls and advanced technology to preserve dairy goodness while extending shelf life. Typical business activities include:

• Manufacturing powdered and dry milk products
• Producing evaporated and condensed milk varieties
• Creating dairy-based dietary beverages and infant formulas
• Processing whey and lactose powders for food and feed applications

Common Business Examples

• Powdered Milk Production Facilities
• Evaporated Milk Manufacturing Plants
• Sweetened Condensed Milk Production Companies

Size Standards for NAICS 311514 Eligibility

For small business eligibility and contracting purposes, the size standard for NAICS 311514 is 1,000 employees. This means businesses with 1,000 or fewer employees qualify as small businesses under SBA guidelines, potentially opening doors to government contracts and specialized financing.

Detailed Code Breakdown Table

Code Detail	Description
Baby formula, fresh, processed, and bottled, manufacturing	Production of infant formula in various forms
Beverages, dietary, dairy and nondairy based	Manufacturing dairy or nondairy dietary drinks
Casein, dry and wet, manufacturing	Processing casein protein from milk
Condensed milk manufacturing	Production of thickened milk by evaporation
Condensed, evaporated or powdered whey, manufacturing	Whey processing into various forms
Cream, dried and powdered, manufacturing	Drying cream into powder form
Dairy food canning	Canning various dairy products
Dehydrated milk manufacturing	Removing moisture from milk products
Dietary drinks, dairy and nondairy based, manufacturing	Specialized beverage production
Dry milk manufacturing	Producing powdered milk products
Dry milk products and mixture manufacturing	Blending dry milk products for sale or food use
Dry milk products for animal feed manufacturing	Producing feed grade powdered milk
Eggnog, canned, nonalcoholic, manufacturing	Producing ready-to-drink eggnog beverages
Evaporated milk manufacturing	Concentrating milk by evaporation
Feed grade dry milk products manufacturing	Producing powdered milk specifically for animal feed
Ice cream mix manufacturing	Creating powdered mixes for ice cream production
Ice milk mix manufacturing	Producing mixes for lighter ice milk
Infant's formulas manufacturing	Producing nutritionally complete baby formulas
Lactose manufacturing	Extracting and drying lactose from milk
Malted milk manufacturing	Producing malted milk powders
Milk based drinks, dietary, manufacturing	Specialized milk beverages manufacturing
Milk, concentrated, condensed, dried, evaporated, and powdered	Various milk forms produced via drying and evaporation
Milk, malted, manufacturing	Malted milk products manufacturing
Milk, powdered, manufacturing	Producing powdered milk products
Milk, ultra high temperature, manufacturing	Processing milk under UHT conditions
Milkshake mixes manufacturing	Dry mix production for milkshakes
Mix, ice cream, manufacturing	Producing powdered ice cream mixes
Nondairy creamers, dry, manufacturing	Producing powdered nondairy creamers
Nonfat dry milk manufacturing	Producing powdered milk with fat removed
Powdered milk manufacturing	Manufacturing dry milk powder products
UHT (ultra high temperature) milk manufacturing	Ultra-high temperature processed milk manufacture
Whey, condensed, dried, evaporated, and powdered	Manufacturing various whey products
Whipped topping, dry mix, manufacturing	Producing powdered whipped toppings
Yogurt mix manufacturing	Producing powdered yogurt base mixes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What products are made under NAICS 311514?

Products include powdered milk, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, infant formulas, dairy-based dietary drinks, lactose powders, whey powders, and nondairy creamers.

What sector does NAICS 311514 belong to?

It belongs to the Food Manufacturing sector.

What is the size standard employee limit for NAICS 311514?

The size standard is 1,000 employees for small business eligibility.

Are powdered milk products included in this category?

Yes, powdered milk and related dry dairy products are central to this industry classification.

Can businesses that produce baby formula fall under this code?

Yes, establishments manufacturing infant formulas fall under NAICS 311514.

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For businesses and contractors seeking to specialize or expand within dairy product manufacturing, understanding NAICS code 311514 is crucial. This code captures a diverse array of dairy product processes central to the food supply chain, ensuring industry stakeholders can navigate contracting, compliance, and business development efficiently.