451421Export trading of antiques and works of art and craft
古玩及工藝品出口貿易
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 antiques, works of art, and craft items. It includes a variety of products such as curios, coins, embroidery artwork, ivory products, oil paintings, plaster statues, and sculptures.
This classification includes
- coins, export trading
- curios, export trading
- embroidery artwork, export trading
- ivory products, export trading
- oil paintings, export trading
- plaster statue, export trading
- sculptures, 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 transactions may involve local clients or suppliers. Contracts are often negotiated in Hong Kong, which ties the activity to the region. This limits the potential for qualifying for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF ANTIQUES AND WORKS OF ART AND CRAFT
53/60 characters
Chinese 中文
古玩及工藝品出口貿易
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 exporting antiques?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of antiques and their origin. Check local regulations.
What are the tax implications for export trading?
Export trading is generally exempt from profits tax in Hong Kong, but ensure compliance with all regulations.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
Yes, but you must ensure that contracts and negotiations comply with Hong Kong laws to maintain legitimacy.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of antiques and works of art and craft 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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