110300Manufacture of soft drinks; production of mineral waters and other non-alcoholic drinks
汽水的製造；礦泉水及其他非酒類飲品的製造
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 activity involves the production of soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages, including the manufacturing of aerated waters, distilled and mineral waters, and beverage concentrates. It also encompasses the creation of powders and concentrated extracts used for making these drinks.
This classification includes
- aerated waters, manufacturing
- beverage concentrate (except vegetable and fruit juice), manufacturing
- distilled and mineral water, manufacturing
- powders and concentrated extracts for making aerated waters, manufacturing
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
LowThe manufacture of soft drinks and non-alcoholic beverages typically requires local facilities and resources. Contracts are often negotiated and executed within Hong Kong, and the production activities are closely tied to the local market and regulations.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF SOFT DRINKS AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
54/60 characters
Chinese 中文
汽水及非酒類飲品製造
10/30 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 beverages?
Yes, you need to obtain a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
What are the tax implications for my beverage business?
Profits from manufacturing in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax. Ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
Can I export my products without local sales?
Yes, you can export beverages, but local compliance and licensing are still required for manufacturing.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of soft drinks; production of mineral waters and other non-alcoholic drinks 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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