267200Manufacture of other optical instruments and equipment (except ophthalmic goods) n.e.c.
其他光學儀器及設備(眼科用品除外)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 subclass covers the manufacturing of a variety of optical instruments and equipment that are not classified as ophthalmic goods. It includes the production of items such as laser assemblies, optical microscopes, binoculars, telescopes, motion picture and slide projectors, optical comparators, magnifying instruments, measuring and checking devices, optical mirrors, and positioning equipment.
This classification includes
- laser assemblies, manufacturing
- lenses, optical microscopes, binoculars and telescopes, manufacturing
- motion picture and slide projectors, manufacturing
- optical comparators, manufacturing
- optical magnifying instruments, manufacturing
- optical measuring and checking devices and instruments, manufacturing
- optical mirrors, manufacturing
- optical positioning equipment, manufacturing
- projectors, manufacturing
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- electron and proton microscopes, 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
LowThis activity typically requires physical presence in Hong Kong for manufacturing and distribution. Contracts are often negotiated locally, and the products are likely sold to HK customers or require local licenses, making it less feasible for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
光學儀器及設備的製造
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 optical instruments?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of optical instruments you manufacture.
How is tax applied to manufacturing profits?
Manufacturing profits are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
What are the operational requirements for this business?
You must comply with local regulations, including health and safety standards, and may need to register your manufacturing facility.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of other optical instruments and equipment (except ophthalmic goods) n.e.c. 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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