101200Slaughtering
屠宰
Why 6 digits?
HSIC subclasses are 6 digits. The first four match the international ISIC class; Hong Kong adds a two-digit local suffix for finer detail, especially across its import and export trade, so a code steps from a 4-digit class straight to a 6-digit subclass. More on the HSIC structure.
This activity involves the slaughtering of animals for meat production, including the processing of fresh beef, veal, mutton, lamb, and pork. It encompasses the cutting and dressing of poultry and other fresh meats not elsewhere classified.
This classification includes
- dressed fresh poultry, cutting
- fresh beef and veal, cutting
- fresh mutton and lamb, cutting
- fresh pork, cutting
- fresh meat n.e.c., cutting
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
No sector-specific licence applies to this activity. It can be set up as a standard Hong Kong company without extra regulatory approvals. Premises-based or product-based permits can still apply case by case; Emerhub confirms the exact position during scoping.
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowThis activity is inherently tied to Hong Kong as it involves physical slaughtering operations conducted within the region. Contracts for these services are typically negotiated and executed locally, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
SLAUGHTERING OF FRESH MEAT INCLUDING POULTRY AND PORK
53/60 characters
Chinese 中文
屠宰新鮮肉類包括家禽及豬肉
13/30 characters
Standard compliance
Compliance every Hong Kong company shares
Beyond anything specific to this activity, every Hong Kong company handles two-tiered profits tax, the annual return (Form NAR1) within 42 days of its incorporation anniversary, audited accounts, MPF enrolment for staff, and a company secretary. Emerhub runs all of it on your behalf.
See the full Hong Kong compliance calendarFrequently asked questions
What licenses are required for slaughtering?
You need a food business license and possibly a slaughterhouse license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
Are there specific regulations for meat processing?
Yes, meat processing is regulated under food safety laws, requiring compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
How is tax applied to slaughtering businesses?
Profits from slaughtering businesses are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as the activities are conducted locally.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a slaughtering business in Hong Kong?
Emerhub incorporates your company, registers the business nature above with the IRD, files every licence application, and runs your company secretary and compliance calendar. You provide the documents; Emerhub handles every government interaction.
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