MCC Code
5441
Category
Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores
Reward Category
Dining
Confirmed by
PreSwipe team
Ice cream and dessert shops often code as 5441 confectionery rather than 5812 dining; no dining rewards earned
Best cards for Cielito Artisan Ice Cream
Hilton Honors Amex Surpass
6x pts on dining
6x pts
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Amex Gold
4x MR on dining
4x MR
Amex Green
3x MR on dining
3x MR
Chase Sapphire Reserve
3x UR on dining
3x UR
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What MCC code does Cielito Artisan Ice Cream use?
Cielito Artisan Ice Cream uses MCC 5441 — Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Cielito Artisan Ice Cream by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Cielito Artisan Ice Cream count as candy, nut, and confectionery stores for credit card rewards?
Cielito Artisan Ice Cream does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 5441 (Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores), 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 Cielito Artisan Ice Cream?
The best card depends on how Cielito Artisan Ice Cream codes. Since it uses MCC 5441 (Candy, Nut, and Confectionery Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.