Meat Retailers

Establishments in the NAICS industry 445240, Meat Retailers, primarily engage in retailing fresh, frozen, or cured meats and poultry. These businesses typically operate meat markets or butcher shops where they may also offer custom meat cutting and preparation services. The defining characteristic of this industry is the focus on selling meat products directly to consumers, distinguishing it from grocery stores that offer a broader range of food products and from wholesalers that sell meat in bulk to other businesses.