451203Export trading of leather (incl. imitation leather and other plastic sheetings)
皮革出口貿易(包括人造皮及其他塑膠皮)
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 leather products, including imitation leather and various plastic sheetings. It encompasses the trade of materials such as PVC, animal skins, foam rubber, and other related goods specifically for international markets.
This classification includes
- PVC and imitation leather material for furniture, export trading
- animal skin and tanneries, export trading
- foam rubber, export trading
- leather material, export trading
- plastic sheetings, export trading
- rabbit hair, 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 occur offshore, many contracts are often negotiated in Hong Kong. Additionally, the presence of local suppliers and logistics may tie the activity to Hong Kong, affecting the offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF LEATHER AND IMITATION LEATHER PRODUCTS
56/60 characters
Chinese 中文
皮革及人造皮出口貿易
10/30 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 special license for leather trading?
No specific license is required for leather trading, but general business registration is necessary.
How is tax applied to export trading?
Export trading profits may be exempt from profits tax if they meet certain criteria, such as being sourced from outside Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements for this business?
You need to register your business, maintain proper records, and comply with any relevant import/export regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of leather (incl. imitation leather and other plastic sheetings) 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.
Start incorporation with Emerhub