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January 21, 2026
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I deliver for Instacart. What line of work do I call this? Is it a food delivery service?

  • January 21, 2026
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Best answer by MinhT1

If you are asking about the business code to put on your Schedule C, then delivering for Instacart can be classified under code 492200 - Couriers and Messengers. 

 

The principal business or professional activity code is a six digit number that represents the field of work you are in. This code is entered on your Schedule C. The complete list of codes can be found on pages 18 to 19 of this IRS document.

 

This code is for statistical purposes only and does not affect your tax.

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January 21, 2026

If you are asking about the business code to put on your Schedule C, then delivering for Instacart can be classified under code 492200 - Couriers and Messengers. 

 

The principal business or professional activity code is a six digit number that represents the field of work you are in. This code is entered on your Schedule C. The complete list of codes can be found on pages 18 to 19 of this IRS document.

 

This code is for statistical purposes only and does not affect your tax.

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