NAICS 21222 Gold Ore and Silver Ore Mining

NAICS Code: 21222

Code Title: Gold Ore and Silver Ore Mining

Code Sector: 21 - Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in developing the mine site, mining, and/or beneficiating (i.e., preparing) ores valued chiefly for their gold and/or silver content. Establishments primarily engaged in the transformation of the gold and silver into bullion or dore bar in combination with mining activities are included in this industry.