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Does Athleta
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Athleta — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5699
Category
Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Shops
Reward Category
Retail
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Best cards for Athleta
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Athleta use?
Athleta uses MCC 5699 — Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Shops. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Athleta by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Athleta count as miscellaneous apparel and accessory shops for credit card rewards?
Yes — Athleta codes as Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Shops (MCC 5699), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a miscellaneous apparel and accessory shops category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Athleta?
The best card depends on how Athleta codes. Since it uses MCC 5699 (Miscellaneous Apparel and Accessory Shops), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.