MCC Code
5251
Category
Hardware Stores
Reward Category
Home Improvement
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What MCC code does Ace Hardware use?
Ace Hardware uses MCC 5251 — Hardware Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Ace Hardware by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Ace Hardware count as hardware stores for credit card rewards?
Yes — Ace Hardware codes as Hardware Stores (MCC 5251), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a hardware stores category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Ace Hardware?
The best card depends on how Ace Hardware codes. Since it uses MCC 5251 (Hardware Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.