96
Activities of hairdressing and barbering
This category covers all hairdressing and barbering services, from cutting and coloring to hairstyling for events. Whether you have a small neighborhood salon or a chain of barbershops, your main activity falls here, offering clients professional hair and beard care.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 96 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on activities of hairdressing and barbering. 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 96 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.
Hairdressing and Barbering Industry in Romania
The hairdressing and barbering industry in Romania has undergone a remarkable transformation in the last decade, moving from small neighborhood salons to premium spaces that blend tradition with international trends. With a market estimated at hundreds of millions of euros, this sector contributes significantly to the local economy, generating jobs for tens of thousands of specialists, from barbers and hairdressers to salon managers and distributors of professional products. The constant increase in demand for personalized services and innovative treatments, such as advanced dyeing techniques or event hairstyles, has driven entrepreneurs to invest in continuous training and state-of-the-art equipment.
Macroeconomically, hairdressing and barbering activities are an indicator of the standard of living and purchasing power, as the consumption of these services increases with the population's income. At the same time, the pandemic accelerated digitalization, and many salons adopted online booking systems, contactless payment, and promotion on social networks. Major challenges for entrepreneurs include the fluctuation of qualified staff, rising costs of rents and materials, as well as the need to differentiate themselves in a highly competitive market. Also, strict sanitary regulations require constant investment in hygiene and certifications. Nevertheless, passion for the craft and customer loyalty remain essential factors ensuring the resilience of this traditional yet ever-renewing industry.
Included Activities
- ✅ Hairdressing and cutting for women and men
- ✅ Shampooing and hair treatments
- ✅ Hair coloring and bleaching
- ✅ Styling and special hairdos (weddings, events)
- ✅ Beard and mustache grooming
- ✅ Styling services and hair consultation
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Medical trichology activities and dermatological treatments
- ❌ Cosmetic surgery or hair implants
- ❌ Sale of cosmetic products without related services
- ❌ General beauty activities (manicure, pedicure - code 9602)
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Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 96?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "activities of hairdressing and barbering" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 96?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 96. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.