120000Manufacture of tobacco products
煙草製品的製造
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 tobacco products, including the manufacturing of cigarettes and cigars. It also encompasses the preparation of tobacco leaves through processes such as stemming and redrying.
This classification includes
- cigarettes, manufacturing
- cigars, manufacturing
- prepared tobacco, manufacturing
- tobacco leaves, stemming and redrying
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- growing or preliminary processing of tobacco
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 tobacco products is inherently tied to Hong Kong premises and regulations. Contracts for these products are typically negotiated and executed within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS INCLUDING CIGARS
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
煙草製品的製造
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 tobacco?
Yes, you must obtain a license from the Hong Kong government to manufacture tobacco products.
What are the tax implications for tobacco manufacturing?
Tobacco manufacturing is subject to specific taxation and regulations in Hong Kong, including excise duties.
Can I export tobacco products from Hong Kong?
Yes, you can export tobacco products, but you must comply with local regulations and international trade laws.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of tobacco products 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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