HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

151100Tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur

皮革鞣製和修整、毛皮修整與染色的製造及加工

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 processes of tanning and dressing leather and fur, which includes treating animal hides and skins to produce finished leather products. It encompasses various techniques such as bleaching, dyeing, and cutting of leather, as well as the dressing and finishing of fur and reptile skins.

This classification includes

  • dressed leather of bovine cattle, tanning and finishing
  • dressed reptile skins, tanning and finishing
  • fur, bleaching and dyeing
  • fur, dressing
  • fur, tanning and finishing
  • leather, bleaching and dyeing
  • leather, cutting
  • paint spraying on leather
  • semi-processed leather, tanning and finishing
  • dressed leather n.e.c., tanning and finishing

Classified elsewhere

These activities look similar but belong under different codes.

  • leather apparel, 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

Low

This activity is closely tied to local operations and typically involves processing leather and fur within Hong Kong. Contracts are usually negotiated and executed with local clients, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

TANNING AND DRESSING OF LEATHER AND DYEING OF FUR

49/60 characters

Chinese 中文

皮革鞣製和修整及毛皮染色

12/30 characters

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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 calendar

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license for leather tanning?

Yes, you may require specific licenses for tanning and dressing leather in Hong Kong.

What are the tax implications for this business?

Profits from this activity are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as it is not considered offshore.

Can I operate this business from home?

Operating from home may require compliance with zoning regulations and local business licenses.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a tanning and dressing of leather; dressing and dyeing of fur 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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