MCC 7998
Aquariums, Seaquariums, Dolphinariums
MCC Code
7998
Category
Recreation
Known Merchants
2+
About MCC 7998
MCC 7998 covers aquariums, seaquariums, and dolphinariums, including admission tickets and related attractions. It is distinct from 7996 (amusement parks and carnivals), 7991 (tourist attractions and exhibits), and 8422 (museums, zoos, and botanical gardens), although some zoo and aquarium operators may use either code.
Merchant Information
Typical merchants include public aquariums and marine parks, for example S.E.A. Aquarium or Georgia Aquarium. Tourist attractions may alternatively be coded 7991.
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Merchants Using MCC 7998
API Access
Related MCC Codes in Recreation
MCC 7998 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code used to classify businesses that provide aquariums, seaquariums, dolphinariums. This code falls under the Recreation category.
Credit card networks like Visa and Mastercard use MCC 7998 to:
- Categorize transactions at merchants classified as "Aquariums, Seaquariums, Dolphinariums"
- Determine rewards and cashback eligibility for cardholders
- Enable expense tracking and reporting for businesses
- Power fraud detection systems
Developers can access MCC 7998 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 recreation spending, transactions at merchants using MCC 7998 may qualify.
Common cards that may offer bonuses on recreation 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 7998?
MCC 7998 is a four-digit Merchant Category Code that classifies businesses as "Aquariums, Seaquariums, Dolphinariums". This code falls under the Recreation category and is used by credit card networks to categorize transactions.
What types of businesses use MCC 7998?
Businesses classified under MCC 7998 typically include those that provide aquariums, seaquariums, dolphinariums. We have 2+ merchants in our database using this MCC code.
Does MCC 7998 qualify for credit card rewards?
Whether MCC 7998 qualifies for bonus rewards depends on your credit card's terms. Cards that offer bonuses on recreation spending may reward transactions at merchants using this code. Check your card's reward categories to confirm.
How can I look up MCC 7998 programmatically?
You can access MCC 7998 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.