MCC 5973 — Religious Goods Stores

MCC 5973 covers retail stores selling religious texts, devotional items, vestments, church supplies, and ecclesiastical goods for personal devotion and institutional use.

Transaction Profile

Low to mid value, moderate frequency, card-present dominant, institutional purchasing for churches and schools

Card Network Notes

Standard interchange applies.

Risk & Compliance

Low risk. Low to moderate transaction values with a loyal customer base. Chargebacks are negligible.