451312Export trading of fruits and vegetables, fresh
新鮮蔬果出口貿易
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 fresh fruits and vegetables, including specific products such as mushrooms, garlic, and ginger. It encompasses the buying and selling of these perishable goods to international markets.
This classification includes
- fresh fruits and vegetables, export trading
- fresh mushroom, export trading
- garlic, export trading
- ginger, 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
HighProfits from export trading of fresh fruits and vegetables can qualify for offshore treatment as contracts are typically negotiated and concluded outside of Hong Kong. The trading activities can be performed entirely outside of Hong Kong, minimizing local tax obligations.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
新鮮蔬果出口貿易
8/30 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 exporting?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of produce and destination country.
How is my business classified?
Your business falls under HSIC subclass 451312 for export trading of fresh fruits and vegetables.
What are the tax implications?
If profits qualify for offshore treatment, they may not be subject to Hong Kong profits tax.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of fruits and vegetables, fresh 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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