265201Manufacture of mechanical watches, watch movements, mechanical clocks and clock movements
機械鐘及鐘肉、機械錶及錶肉的製造
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 mechanical watches, including various types such as lapel watches, pocket watches, and stopwatches. It also encompasses the manufacturing of mechanical clock movements and spring-driven clocks, focusing on the intricate components that enable these timekeeping devices to function.
This classification includes
- mechanical lapel watch, manufacturing
- mechanical pocket watch, manufacturing
- mechanical stop watch, manufacturing
- mechanical time switches, manufacturing
- movements for mechanical clock, manufacturing
- movements for mechanical watch, manufacturing
- spring-driven clocks, 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 manufacturing of mechanical watches and clocks typically requires physical presence in Hong Kong for production and distribution. Contracts are usually negotiated and executed locally, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF MECHANICAL WATCHES AND CLOCKS
44/60 characters
Chinese 中文
機械鐘錶製造
6/30 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 watches?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the materials used and the scale of production.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits from manufacturing in Hong Kong are subject to local corporate tax rates.
Can I operate this business from a virtual office?
A physical presence is generally required for manufacturing activities, so a virtual office may not suffice.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of mechanical watches, watch movements, mechanical clocks and clock movements 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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