107500Manufacture of prepared meals and dishes
預製膳食的製造
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 subclass covers the manufacturing of a variety of prepared meals and dishes, including fresh or frozen meat and poultry dishes, frozen dim sum, and canned stews. It also includes the production of frozen pizzas and prepared vegetable dishes, highlighting the range of ready-to-eat food products available.
This classification includes
- Chinese dumplings for the Dragon Boat Festival, manufacturing
- canned stews and vacuum prepared meals, manufacturing
- fresh or frozen meat/poultry dishes, manufacturing
- frozen dim sum, manufacturing
- frozen fish dishes, manufacturing
- frozen pizza, manufacturing
- prepared dishes of vegetables, manufacturing
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- preparation of meals and dishes for immediate consumption
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
Activities under this code trigger the following licensing regimes. Emerhub prepares and files each application on your behalf.
Food Factory Licence
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Required for premises where food is prepared for sale for human consumption off the premises, under the Food Business Regulation (Cap. 132X). Covers operations such as central kitchens, takeaway food preparation, sauce and noodle making, roasted meat production and similar processing. A provisional licence option is available.
- Processing time
- FEHD guide flow: consulted departments reply within 24 working days of referral; letter of requirements issued within 7 working days of confirmation that the premises are suitable; full licence approval steps within 2 to 8 working days after compliance is confirmed
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowThis activity involves the production of food items that are typically sold to local consumers and businesses. The manufacturing process and distribution are closely tied to Hong Kong's market, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF PREPARED MEALS AND DISHES
40/60 characters
Chinese 中文
預製膳食的製造
7/30 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
Do I need a license to manufacture food?
Yes, you need to obtain a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits from this activity are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as it is considered a local business.
Can I export my products?
Yes, you can export your prepared meals, but ensure compliance with local and international food safety regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of prepared meals and dishes 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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