Why the MCC matters

Card networks use MCC 5966 to set interchange rates for this business type, decide whether purchases count toward category rewards, and flag special handling (for example cash-like or high-risk categories). Issuers and tax authorities rely on the same code, which is why the IRS classification appears above.

Nearby codes

59625963596459655967596859695970

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MCC 5966?

MCC 5966 is the merchant category code for Direct Marketing- Outbound Telemarketing Merchant under ISO 18245. Card networks use it to classify transactions at this type of business for interchange fees, rewards categories and tax reporting.

Is MCC 5966 IRS reportable?

IRS 1099-K reportability for MCC 5966: No1.6041-3(c).