MCC 5072
Hardware, Equipment, and Supplies
MCC Code
5072
Category
Hardware
Known Merchants
3+
About MCC 5072
MCC 5072 covers the wholesale distribution of hardware, equipment, and supplies, such as tools, fasteners, locks, and builders' hardware sold to contractors and retailers. It is distinct from 5251 (hardware stores) and 5200 (home supply warehouse stores), which cover retail sales to consumers; some trade suppliers that also serve the public may still use this code.
Merchant Information
Typical merchants include hardware distributors, trade tool suppliers, and industrial fastener wholesalers. Consumer DIY and hardware shops usually use 5251 or 5200.
Best credit card for MCC 5072
Merchants Using MCC 5072
API Access
MCC 5072 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide hardware, equipment, and supplies. This code falls under the Hardware category.
Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 5072 to:
- Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Hardware, Equipment, and Supplies"
- Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
- Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
- Power fraud detection systems
Developers can access MCC 5072 data through our REST API. Use our merchant lookup feature to automatically categorize transactions or build financial tools that require merchant classification.
Credit card rewards programs use MCC codes to determine which purchases qualify for bonus categories. If your credit card offers enhanced rewards on hardware spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 5072 may qualify.
Common cards that may offer bonuses on hardware purchases include:
- Cards with rotating quarterly categories
- Category-specific cards (dining, travel, etc.)
- Premium cards with broad category bonuses
Always check your card's terms to verify which MCC codes qualify for bonus rewards.
What is MCC code 5072?
MCC 5072 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Hardware, Equipment, and Supplies". This code falls under the Hardware category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.
What types of businesses use MCC 5072?
Businesses classified under MCC 5072 typically include those that provide hardware, equipment, and supplies. We have 3+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.
Does MCC 5072 qualify for credit card rewards?
Whether MCC 5072 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on hardware spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.
How can I look up MCC 5072 programmatically?
You can access MCC 5072 data through our REST API. Sign up for a free API key to query MCC codes, get merchant mappings, and integrate MCC data into your applications.