281100Manufacture of engines and turbines (except aircraft, motor vehicle and motorcycle engines)
引擎及渦輪機的製造(飛行器、 汽車及電單車引擎除外)
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 manufacturing of various types of engines and turbines, excluding those specifically designed for aircraft, motor vehicles, and motorcycles. It includes the production of internal combustion engines, turbine generator sets, and components such as pistons, carburetors, and valves used in these engines.
This classification includes
- boiler turbine sets, manufacturing
- engines and turbines, manufacturing
- inlet and exhaust valves of internal combustion engines, manufacturing
- internal combustion piston engines, manufacturing
- pistons, piston rings, carburetors and such for all internal combustion engines, diesel engines etc., manufacturing
- starting motors and generators for internal combustion engines, manufacturing
- turbine generator sets, manufacturing
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- electricity generator, manufacturing
- motor vehicle, aircraft or motorcycle propulsion engines, manufacturing
- turbojets and turbo propellers, 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
MediumWhile manufacturing engines and turbines can be conducted in Hong Kong, the nature of the business often requires local facilities and labor. Contracts are typically negotiated locally, making it less likely to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF ENGINES AND TURBINES (EXCLUDING VEHICLES)
56/60 characters
Chinese 中文
引擎及渦輪機的製造
9/30 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 specific license for manufacturing?
Yes, you may need to obtain relevant manufacturing licenses depending on the type of engines or turbines produced.
How is my business classified for tax purposes?
Your business will be classified under the manufacturing sector, which may affect tax obligations and incentives.
What are the operational requirements for this activity?
You must comply with local regulations, including safety standards, environmental laws, and employment regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of engines and turbines (except aircraft, motor vehicle and motorcycle engines) 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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