HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

451303Export trading of dairy products

乳類製品出口貿易

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 dairy products, including butter, canned milk, cheese, ice-cream, milk powder, milk, and yoghurt. It encompasses the buying and selling of these products to international markets.

This classification includes

  • butter, export trading
  • canned milk, export trading
  • cheese, export trading
  • ice-cream, export trading
  • milk powder, export trading
  • milk, export trading
  • yoghurt, 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

Medium

This activity involves trading dairy products, which typically requires contracts to be negotiated and concluded offshore. However, the nature of the products may involve some local operations or customers, affecting the offshore treatment.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

EXPORT TRADING OF DAIRY PRODUCTS INCLUDING BUTTER

49/60 characters

Chinese 中文

乳類製品出口貿易

8/30 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

What licenses do I need?

You may need a food import and export license, depending on the products. Check with local authorities for specific requirements.

How is tax applied to my profits?

Profits from trading activities may be subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.

Can I operate without a physical office?

Yes, you can operate without a physical office, but ensure compliance with local regulations and maintain proper documentation.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a export trading of dairy products 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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