This class includes laundering and (dry-) cleaning, pressing, etc., of all kinds of clothing (including fur) and textiles, provided by mechanical equipment, by hand or by self-service coin-operated machines, whether for the general public or for industrial or commercial clients. Renting of linens, industrial work uniforms, and related items by laundries. It also involves laundry collection and delivery. Also included are repair and minor alteration of garment or other textile articles when done in connection with cleaning.

Carpet and rug shampooing and drapery and curtain cleaning in clients' premises are included here.

Exclusions: Repair and alteration of clothing, etc., as an independent activity is classified in class 5260 (Repair of personal and household goods).

Renting of clothing or household textiles is classified in class 7130 (Renting of personal and household goods n.e.c.), even if cleaning of these goods is an integral part of the activity.