HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

390000Remediation activities and other waste management services

污染防治活動及其他廢棄物處理服務

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 encompasses services related to the remediation of contaminated sites, including the decontamination of industrial plants, soils, and groundwater. It also includes the abatement of hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead paint, as well as the cleanup of oil spills and other forms of pollution in both land and surface water.

This classification includes

  • decontamination of industrial plants or sites
  • decontamination of soils and groundwater at the place of pollution
  • asbestos, lead paint and other toxic material abatement
  • cleaning up of oil spills and other pollutions on land or in surface water
  • other specialised pollution control activities

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

This activity typically requires physical presence in Hong Kong for decontamination and waste management services. Contracts are usually negotiated and executed locally, making it challenging to qualify for offshore treatment.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

REMEDIATION ACTIVITIES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

52/60 characters

Chinese 中文

污染防治活動及廢棄物處理

12/30 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.

See the full Hong Kong compliance calendar

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license for waste management?

Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of waste and services offered.

What are the tax implications for this business?

Profits generated in Hong Kong are subject to local tax regulations.

Can I operate this business without a physical office?

A physical presence is often necessary for compliance and service delivery.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a remediation activities and other waste management services 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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