381100Collection of non-hazardous waste
無害廢棄物的收集
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 collection and removal of non-hazardous waste from various sources, including households, businesses, and public places. It encompasses services such as the collection of refuse from litter bins, construction and demolition waste, used cooking oils, and waste from textile mills, as well as the operation of waste transfer stations specifically for non-hazardous materials.
This classification includes
- collection and removal of debris (such as brush and rubble)
- collection of construction and demolition waste
- collection of non-hazardous local solid waste
- collection of refuse in litter-bins in public places
- collection of used cooking oils and fats
- collection of waste from households and businesses (such as by means of refuse bins, wheeled bins etc.)
- collection of waste output of textile mills
- garbage removal services
- grease trap waste collection service
- operation of waste transfer stations for non-hazardous waste
- urban waste collection
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 inherently tied to Hong Kong as it involves the collection of waste from local households and businesses. Contracts are typically negotiated and executed within Hong Kong, and services are performed on-site, making offshore treatment unlikely.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
COLLECTION OF NON-HAZARDOUS WASTE SERVICES
42/60 characters
Chinese 中文
無害廢棄物收集服務
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 license for waste collection?
Yes, a waste collection license is required to operate legally in Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements?
You must comply with local regulations regarding waste management and environmental protection.
How is tax applied to waste collection services?
Profits from waste collection services are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as the activities are conducted locally.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a collection of non-hazardous waste 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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