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