Hashtags for all economic activities & functions of government in a convenient e-book


In 2023, the third version of the Central Product Classification (CPC) is in the approval process following the Global Consultation.


The name (title or definition) of a classification item changes, while its denotation (including its borders and scope) remains the same.

Note that not all changes in (the wording of) definitions imply changes in meaning. Indeed, changes which "merely" intend to enhance the clarity of a a title and/or definition, or to further operationalise a definition on the basis of situations encountered in practice, do not affect the meaning of a classification item. The same goes for extending a Classification Index or case law.


This type of change occurred for the groups, classes and sub-classes that are listed under the back-links tab.


The other types of change are listed under the "Siblings" tab.


The modifications will also be done in the Spanish and French wiki-version.