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    Automotive

    MCC 5531

    Auto and Home Supply Stores

    MCC Code

    5531

    Category

    Automotive

    Known Merchants

    2+

    Merchants Using MCC 5531

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    P = Primary MCC for this merchant|S = Secondary/Alternative MCC

    Get full merchant data via our API.

    API Access

    Fetch this MCC code programmatically:

    GET /api/v2.1/mcc-codes/5531
    curl -X GET "https://mccexplorer.com/api/v2.1/mcc-codes/5531?include=merchants" \
      -H "x-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY"

    Related MCC Codes in Automotive

    MCC 5021

    Office and Commercial Furniture

    MCC 5511

    Car & Truck Dealers (New & Used)

    MCC 5013

    Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts

    MCC 5521

    Car & Truck Dealers (Used Only)

    MCC 5532

    Automotive Tire Stores

    MCC 5533

    Auto Parts & Accessories

    MCC 5571

    Motorcycle Shops and Dealers

    MCC 7538

    Automotive Service Shops

    What is MCC 5531?

    MCC 5531 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide auto and home supply stores. This code falls under the Automotive category.

    How is MCC 5531 Used?

    Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 5531 to:

    • Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Auto and Home Supply Stores"
    • Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
    • Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
    • Power fraud detection systems
    Using MCC 5531 in Your Application

    Developers can access MCC 5531 data through our REST API. Use our merchant lookup feature to automatically categorize transactions or build financial tools that require merchant classification.

    MCC 5531 and Credit Card Rewards

    Credit card rewards programs use MCC codes to determine which purchases qualify for bonus categories. If your credit card offers enhanced rewards on automotive spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 5531 may qualify.

    Common cards that may offer bonuses on automotive 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.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is MCC code 5531?

    MCC 5531 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Auto and Home Supply Stores". This code falls under the Automotive category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.

    What types of businesses use MCC 5531?

    Businesses classified under MCC 5531 typically include those that provide auto and home supply stores. We have 2+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.

    Does MCC 5531 qualify for credit card rewards?

    Whether MCC 5531 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on automotive spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.

    How can I look up MCC 5531 programmatically?

    You can access MCC 5531 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.

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