282500Manufacture of machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing
食品、飲料及煙草加工用機械的製造
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 machinery specifically designed for processing food, beverages, and tobacco. It includes the manufacturing of cooking equipment used in restaurants, as well as machinery tailored for the preparation of food in various settings, such as hotels, and for specialized industries like dairy.
This classification includes
- cooking equipment for restaurant, manufacturing
- machinery for the preparation of food in hotels and restaurants, manufacturing
- manufacture of machinery for the dairy industry, 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 involves the manufacturing of machinery which is typically conducted within Hong Kong. The products are often sold to local businesses, making the operations closely tied to the Hong Kong market. Contracts are usually negotiated and concluded within the region.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF MACHINERY FOR FOOD, BEVERAGE AND TOBACCO
55/60 characters
Chinese 中文
食品飲料及煙草加工用機械製造
14/30 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 licenses depending on the type of machinery and materials used.
What are the tax implications for my manufacturing business?
Manufacturing businesses in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax. Consult a tax advisor for specific guidance.
Can I export the machinery I manufacture?
Yes, you can export your products, but ensure compliance with export regulations and standards.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing 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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