451399Export trading of specialised food n.e.c.
其他專門食品出口貿易
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 specialized food products that are not classified elsewhere. It includes a variety of items such as Chinese New Year pudding, frozen or uncooked dim sum, herbal tortoise jelly, and various types of water and snacks, catering to specific cultural and culinary needs.
This classification includes
- Chinese New Year pudding, export trading
- Chinese dumplings for the Dragon Boat Festival, export trading
- carbonated water, export trading
- dim sum, frozen or uncooked, export trading
- distilled and mineral water, export trading
- distilled water, export trading
- dried fungus, export trading
- herbal tortoise jelly, export trading
- rice cake, export trading
- royal jelly, export trading
- salt, edible, export trading
- shrimp-flavoured chips, export trading
- swallows' nests, export trading
- tonic food, export trading
- uncooked vegetarian food, export trading
- vermicelli (bean thread), 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, many activities involve contracts negotiated in Hong Kong. The nature of food trading often requires compliance with local regulations, making it less feasible for complete offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF SPECIALISED FOOD PRODUCTS N.E.C.
50/60 characters
Chinese 中文
其他專門食品出口貿易
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 license for food export?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the food products being exported.
How is my business classified for tax purposes?
Your business will be classified under the HSIC subclass for export trading activities.
What are the operational requirements?
You must comply with food safety regulations and maintain proper documentation for exports.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of specialised food n.e.c. 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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