MCC Code
5735
Category
Music Stores — Records, CDs, Tapes, Musical Instruments
Reward Category
Entertainment
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Apple iTunes and App Store purchases code as 5735 Music Stores, an outdated brick-and-mortar category. Cards with streaming bonuses rarely recognize this MCC, so Apple Music, app purchases, and in-app transactions miss streaming rewards.
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What MCC code does Apple iTunes / App Store use?
Apple iTunes / App Store uses MCC 5735 — Music Stores — Records, CDs, Tapes, Musical Instruments. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Apple iTunes / App Store by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Apple iTunes / App Store count as music stores — records, cds, tapes, musical instruments for credit card rewards?
Apple iTunes / App Store does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 5735 (Music Stores — Records, CDs, Tapes, Musical Instruments), which may not trigger the bonus category you're hoping for. Always check your card's terms.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Apple iTunes / App Store?
The best card depends on how Apple iTunes / App Store codes. Since it uses MCC 5735 (Music Stores — Records, CDs, Tapes, Musical Instruments), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.