HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

329500Manufacture of stationery articles (except paper stationery)

文具的製造(紙製文具除外)

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 stationery articles that are not made from paper. It includes the production of items such as pens, pencils, erasers, correction fluid, drawing boards, easels, and other art and craft materials, as well as plastic stationery products.

This classification includes

  • art and craft materials, manufacturing
  • ball pens, manufacturing
  • correction fluid, manufacturing
  • drawing boards and easels , manufacturing
  • eraser, manufacturing
  • ink pad, manufacturing
  • painting brushes, manufacturing
  • pen, manufacturing
  • pencil lead, manufacturing
  • pencil, manufacturing
  • stapler, manufacturing
  • stationery of plastic, manufacturing
  • stationery articles (except paper stationery) n.e.c., manufacturing

Classified elsewhere

These activities look similar but belong under different codes.

  • notebook and other paper stationery, manufacturing
  • writing and drawing ink, 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

Low

The manufacture of stationery articles is typically tied to local operations and customers in Hong Kong. Contracts for these products are often negotiated and concluded within the region, making it difficult to qualify for offshore tax treatment.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

MANUFACTURE OF STATIONERY ARTICLES (EXCEPT PAPER)

49/60 characters

Chinese 中文

文具的製造(紙製文具除外)

13/30 characters

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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license to manufacture stationery?

No specific license is required for manufacturing stationery articles in Hong Kong, but general business registration is necessary.

What are the tax implications for my business?

Profits from manufacturing activities in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax. Ensure compliance with local tax regulations.

Can I export my products easily?

Yes, Hong Kong has a robust logistics infrastructure, making it easy to export manufactured stationery products globally.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a manufacture of stationery articles (except paper stationery) 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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