The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code is a system of numerical codes used by government agencies and statistical authorities to classify business activities. Originally developed in the United States, SIC codes have been adopted in modified forms across many countries — including Australia (ANZSIC) and the United Kingdom (UK SIC). Each code corresponds to a specific industry or activity, enabling systematic analysis of economic activity by sector.
On Alternatives.pe, National SIC codes are sourced from official company registry filings and provide a standardised industry classification that complements the platform's own Themes, Horizontals, and Industry taxonomy. SIC codes are particularly useful when cross-referencing data against government datasets, regulatory filings, or academic research that uses official industry classifications.