HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

451321Export trading of preserved provisions and spices

經醃製的食品及香料出口貿易

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 preserved provisions and spices, including dried or preserved fruits, vegetables, and various sauces such as oyster and soy sauce. It encompasses the trade of artificial spices, dried mushrooms, and a range of herbs and spices intended for international markets.

This classification includes

  • artificial spices, export trading
  • dried mushroom, export trading
  • fruits, dried or preserved, export trading
  • oyster sauce, export trading
  • soy and sauce, export trading
  • spices and herbs, export trading
  • vegetables, dried or preserved, 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

While export trading can be conducted offshore, the nature of the business often requires contracts to be negotiated with local suppliers or customers. Additionally, the logistics and distribution may involve Hong Kong premises, which ties the activity to the region.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

EXPORT TRADING OF PRESERVED PROVISIONS AND SPICES

49/60 characters

Chinese 中文

經醃製的食品及香料出口貿易

13/30 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 food export?

Yes, you will need to comply with food safety regulations and obtain necessary permits for exporting food products.

How is my business classified?

Your business falls under the HSIC subclass 451321 for export trading of preserved provisions and spices.

What are the tax implications?

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

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a export trading of preserved provisions and spices 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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