The ultimate guide to merchant category codes (MCCs) and why they matter
The Payments Association
MARCH 10, 2025
A merchant category code (MCC) is a four-digit number assigned to businesses by credit card networks (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover) that classifies the type of products or services they sell. Why MCC codes matter for merchants and banks MCC codes are essential because: Banks use MCCs to assess transaction risk.
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