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Does Bath & Body Works
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Bath & Body Works — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5999
Category
Miscellaneous and Specialty Retail Stores
Reward Category
Retail
Confirmed by
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Bath & Body Works use?
Bath & Body Works uses MCC 5999 — Miscellaneous and Specialty Retail Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Bath & Body Works by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Bath & Body Works count as miscellaneous and specialty retail stores for credit card rewards?
Yes — Bath & Body Works codes as Miscellaneous and Specialty Retail Stores (MCC 5999), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a miscellaneous and specialty retail stores category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Bath & Body Works?
The best card depends on how Bath & Body Works codes. Since it uses MCC 5999 (Miscellaneous and Specialty Retail Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.