MCC 5945
Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops
MCC Code
5945
Category
Retail
Known Merchants
10+
About MCC 5945
MCC 5945 covers hobby, toy, and game shops, including toy stores, model and craft kits, board games, and hobby supplies. It is distinct from 5816 (digital games), 5734 (software), and 5970 (artist's supply and craft shops). Video game retailers selling physical games may use 5945 or 5734.
Merchant Information
Typical merchants include toy stores, hobby shops, and board game retailers, for example Toys"R"Us, LEGO stores, or Hamleys. In-game purchases and digital game downloads are usually coded 5816 or 5818.
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Merchants Using MCC 5945
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Related MCC Codes in Retail
MCC 5945 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide hobby, toy, and game shops. This code falls under the Retail category.
Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 5945 to:
- Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops"
- Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
- Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
- Power fraud detection systems
Developers can access MCC 5945 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 retail spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 5945 may qualify.
Common cards that may offer bonuses on retail 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 5945?
MCC 5945 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Hobby, Toy, and Game Shops". This code falls under the Retail category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.
What types of businesses use MCC 5945?
Businesses classified under MCC 5945 typically include those that provide hobby, toy, and game shops. We have 10+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.
Does MCC 5945 qualify for credit card rewards?
Whether MCC 5945 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on retail spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.
How can I look up MCC 5945 programmatically?
You can access MCC 5945 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.