HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

262000Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment

電腦及其周邊設備的製造

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 encompasses the manufacturing of computers and various peripheral equipment. It includes the production of desktop computers, laptops, hand-held computers, computer monitors, printers, servers, terminals, and accessories such as keyboards, mice, joysticks, and optical disc drives.

This classification includes

  • all types of mice, joysticks and trackball accessories, manufacturing
  • computer monitors, manufacturing
  • computer printers, manufacturing
  • computer projectors, manufacturing
  • computer servers, manufacturing
  • computer terminals, manufacturing
  • desktop computers, manufacturing
  • hand-held computers, manufacturing
  • keyboards, manufacturing
  • laptop computers, manufacturing
  • main frame computers, manufacturing
  • optical disc drives, manufacturing
  • scanners (including bar code scanners), manufacturing
  • smart card readers, manufacturing
  • magnetic disk drives, flash drives and other storage devices, manufacturing

Classified elsewhere

These activities look similar but belong under different codes.

  • electronic components for computer and telecommunications equipment, manufacturing
  • interface cards (e.g. sound, video, controllers, network, modems), manufacturing
  • internal or external computer modems, manufacturing
  • magnetic tape for computer, manufacturing
  • video game consoles, 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

Manufacturing activities are typically tied to physical premises in Hong Kong. The production process and distribution often involve local customers and suppliers, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment. Contracts are usually negotiated and executed within the region.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

MANUFACTURE OF COMPUTERS AND PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT

49/60 characters

Chinese 中文

電腦及其周邊設備的製造

11/30 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 specific license to manufacture computers?

Yes, you may need to obtain relevant licenses depending on the type of equipment and compliance with local regulations.

What are the tax implications for manufacturing in Hong Kong?

Manufacturing profits are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment, which is rare for this activity.

Can I operate a manufacturing business from a virtual office?

No, a physical location is required for manufacturing activities to comply with local regulations.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment 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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