282600Manufacture of machinery for textile, apparel and leather production
紡織、成衣及皮革生產用機械的製造
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 subclass covers the manufacture of machinery specifically designed for the production of textiles, apparel, and leather goods. It includes a wide range of equipment such as knitting machines, looms, spinning machines, and sewing machines, as well as machinery for fabric processing and textile printing.
This classification includes
- commercial washing and drying machines, manufacturing
- household-type sewing machines, manufacturing
- knitting machines, manufacturing
- leather machines, manufacturing
- looms, manufacturing
- machinery for fabric processing, manufacturing
- machinery for making zipper, manufacturing
- non-domestic sewing machines, sewing machine heads and sewing machine needles, manufacturing
- spinning machines, manufacturing
- textile machinery parts, manufacturing
- textile printing machinery, manufacturing
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- domestic washing and drying machines, 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 is closely tied to Hong Kong as it involves manufacturing machinery that is typically sold to local customers or businesses. Contracts are often negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
MANUFACTURE OF MACHINERY FOR TEXTILE, APPAREL AND LEATHER
57/60 characters
Chinese 中文
紡織成衣及皮革生產用機械製造
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 license to manufacture machinery?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the machinery type and its use.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Profits from manufacturing in Hong Kong are subject to local corporate tax rates.
Can I export the machinery I manufacture?
Yes, you can export your manufactured machinery to international markets.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a manufacture of machinery for textile, apparel and leather production 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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