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Manufacture of electrical equipment
This macro-category covers the manufacture of equipment that produces, distributes, transforms or uses electrical energy. If you produce transformers, motors, cables, sockets, switches or other connecting devices, your activity falls here. It is the 'electrical skeleton' of any building or industrial installation.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 27 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on manufacture of electrical equipment. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 27 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Manufacture of electrical equipment
Manufacture of electrical equipment, classified under CAEN division 27, represents a cornerstone of Romanian industry. It includes the production of motors, generators, transformers, batteries, cables, and connection devices for wires and cables. In short, any equipment that transforms, transports or uses electrical energy, except for purely electronic components and household appliances, falls here.
From a macroeconomic perspective, this industry provides the basic infrastructure for electrification, automation and digitalisation. In Romania, the sector has seen steady growth, supported by investments in transport and distribution networks, the increase in renewable energy production and the need to modernise the industrial park. Companies active in CAEN 27 contribute significantly to GDP and exports, with Romanian products appreciated on European markets.
The evolution of this niche has been marked by the transition from traditional manufacturing of motors and transformers to smart products with sensors and connectivity. Connection devices, such as industrial sockets, connectors and special cables, have become increasingly sophisticated, meeting energy efficiency and safety requirements.
Among the challenges entrepreneurs in this field face are fierce competition from Asian manufacturers, rising raw material costs (copper, aluminium, steel) and the need to comply with strict technical standards. Also, digitalisation and Industry 4.0 require continuous investment in automation and the development of products compatible with the Internet of Things. However, opportunities are plentiful, especially in the context of the energy transition and the expansion of charging networks for electric vehicles.
Included Activities
- ✅ Manufacture of electric motors, generators and transformers
- ✅ Manufacture of electricity distribution and control apparatus
- ✅ Manufacture of batteries and accumulators
- ✅ Manufacture of insulated wire and cable
- ✅ Manufacture of connection devices for wires and cables
- ✅ Manufacture of electric lighting lamps and fixtures
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Manufacture of electronic components (excluded, fall under division 26)
- ❌ Manufacture of household electrical appliances (excluded, fall under division 27.5)
- ❌ Installation and repair of electrical equipment (fall under divisions 33 and 43)
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Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 27?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "manufacture of electrical equipment" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 27?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 27. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.