Division 46

Intermediation in the trade of wood and construction materials

This category covers the intermediation of commercial transactions involving wood and construction materials, i.e., brokerage, commission, or negotiation activities between producers and buyers. If you are a professional who facilitates the sale of timber, cement, bricks, or other materials without actually holding the goods, this is the appropriate CAEN code for you.

Included Activities & Applicability

  • Intermediation activities in the trade of wood materials (timber
  • roundwood
  • pellets
  • briquettes) Intermediation activities in the trade of construction materials (cement
  • sand
  • stone
  • bricks
  • tiles
  • plasterboard
  • metal profiles) Intermediation of transactions between producers and distributors in the field of wood and construction materials Negotiation and conclusion of purchase and sale contracts for wood and construction products Intermediation in the trade of machinery and equipment for wood processing and construction Brokerage and commission activities for wood products and construction materials

Excluded Activities & Restrictions

  • Retail trade of wood and construction materials (covered by specific retail trade CAEN codes)
  • Wholesale trade of wood and construction materials (separate CAEN codes for wholesale trade)
  • Manufacturing of construction materials (covered by production CAEN codes)
  • Forestry exploitation and primary wood processing
  • Actual construction activities
  • Transportation of wood and construction materials

Subordinate Structure

461 Intermediation in the trade of timber and building materials
4611 Intermediation in the trade of agricultural raw materials, live animals, textile raw materials and semi-finished products
4612 Intermediation in the trade of fuels, ores, metals and industrial chemicals
4613 Brokerage in the trade of timber and construction materials
4614 Intermediation in the trade of machinery, industrial equipment, ships and aircraft
4615 Intermediation in the trade of furniture, household articles and hardware
4616 Intermediation in the trade of textiles, fur clothing, footwear, and leather goods
4617 Intermediation in the trade of food products, beverages and tobacco
4618 Intermediation in specialised trade for the sale of specific products n.e.c.
4619 Intermediation in the trade of various products
462 Wholesale trade of raw agricultural products
4621 Wholesale trade of cereals, seeds, animal feed and unmanufactured tobacco
4622 Wholesale trade of flowers and plants
4623 Wholesale trade of live animals
4624 Wholesale trade of furs, raw hides and tanned or dressed skins
463 Wholesale of meat and fish
4631 Wholesale trade of fruit and vegetables
4632 Wholesale trade of meat and meat products, fish and fish products, crustaceans and molluscs
4633 Wholesale trade of dairy products, eggs, edible oils and fats
4634 Wholesale trade of beverages
4635 Wholesale trade of tobacco products
4636 Wholesale trade of sugar, chocolate and sugar confectionery
4637 Wholesale trade of coffee, tea, cocoa and spices
4638 Specialized wholesale trade of other foodstuffs
4639 Non-specialised wholesale trade of food, beverages and tobacco
464 Wholesale trade of furniture, carpets and lighting articles
4641 Wholesale trade of textile products
4642 Wholesale trade of clothing and footwear
4643 Wholesale of household electrical appliances, radio and television sets
4644 Wholesale trade of ceramic products, glassware and cleaning products
4645 Wholesale trade of cosmetic and perfumery products
4646 Wholesale trade of pharmaceutical and medical products
4647 Wholesale trade of furniture (including office and shop furniture), carpets and lighting articles
4648 Wholesale of watches and jewellery
4649 Wholesale of other household goods
465 Wholesale of IT and telecommunications equipment
4650 Wholesale of computer and telecommunications equipment
466 Wholesale trade of agricultural machinery, equipment and supplies
4661 Wholesale of agricultural machinery, equipment and supplies
4662 Wholesale of machine tools
4663 Wholesale of machinery for mining and construction
4664 Wholesale of other machinery and equipment
467 Wholesale trade of motor vehicles
4671 Wholesale trade of motor vehicles
4672 Wholesale trade of parts and accessories for motor vehicles
4673 Wholesale trade of motorcycles; wholesale trade of parts and accessories for motorcycles
468 Wholesale trade of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products
4681 Wholesale trade of solid, liquid and gaseous fuels and related products
4682 Wholesale trade of metals and metal ores
4683 Wholesale trade of wood, construction materials, and sanitary equipment
4684 Wholesale trade of hardware equipment and supplies for plumbing and heating installations
4685 Wholesale of chemical products
4686 Wholesale of other intermediate products
4687 Wholesale trade of waste and scrap
4689 Specialized wholesale trade of other products n.e.c.
469 Non-specialised wholesale trade
4690 Non-specialized wholesale trade

Detailed Analysis & Commercial Insights

Intermediation in the Trade of Wood and Construction Materials

Intermediation in the trade of wood and construction materials represents an essential link in the economic chain of Romania, a country with a rich tradition in wood exploitation and a continuously developing construction market. The intermediation activity, coded at the macroeconomic level under CAEN 46, refers to facilitating transactions between producers and buyers, whether it involves timber, pellets, cement, bricks, or other materials. Intermediaries act as brokers, commission agents, or agents, negotiating prices and conditions but without physically holding the goods, offering them flexibility and reduced operational costs.

In the Romanian economic context, this niche has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by the dynamics of the real estate market and infrastructure investments, as well as the constant demand for wood materials for construction and renewable energy. Entrepreneurs operating in this field face challenges related to volatility in raw material prices, dependence on seasonal fluctuations, and the need to maintain solid relationships with both suppliers and customers. Furthermore, digitalization and online intermediation platforms have begun to transform the market, offering transparency and efficiency, but also more intense competition.

From a macroeconomic perspective, intermediation in the trade of wood and construction materials contributes to the fluidization of exchanges, inventory optimization, and reduction of transaction costs, thereby supporting the sustainable development of the forestry and construction sectors. To succeed in this activity, entrepreneurs must have solid knowledge of the intermediated products, an extensive network of contacts, negotiation skills, and the ability to anticipate market trends.