451201Export trading of livestock and poultry
禽畜出口貿易
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 export trading of various types of livestock and poultry, including chickens, cows, ducks, geese, goats, pigs, and snakes. It encompasses the buying and selling of these animals for international markets.
This classification includes
- chickens, export trading
- cows, export trading
- ducks, export trading
- geese, export trading
- goats, export trading
- pigs, export trading
- snakes, export trading
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- meat of game and poultry, fresh or frozen, export trading
- meat, fresh or frozen, export trading
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
MediumWhile export trading can be conducted offshore, the activity may still involve local operations and customers. Contracts are often negotiated in Hong Kong, which ties the business to the region. This can limit the eligibility for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY PRODUCTS
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
禽畜出口貿易
6/30 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 livestock export?
Yes, you need to comply with local regulations and obtain necessary licenses for exporting livestock.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Profits from export trading may be subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business remotely?
While some operations can be managed remotely, local presence may be required for compliance and logistics.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of livestock and poultry 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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