451435Export trading of spectacles and optical supplies
眼鏡及光學用品出口貿易
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 spectacles and optical supplies, including frames made from various materials and lenses specifically designed for spectacles. It encompasses the international trade of these products, facilitating their distribution to markets outside of Hong Kong.
This classification includes
- frames of spectacles of all materials, export trading
- lenses for spectacles, export trading
- spectacles, 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
MediumThis activity involves trading spectacles and optical supplies, which may be negotiated offshore. However, the nature of the products often requires some level of presence in Hong Kong for logistics and distribution, impacting the offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF SPECTACLES AND OPTICAL SUPPLIES
49/60 characters
Chinese 中文
眼鏡及光學用品出口貿易
11/30 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 to export optical supplies?
Yes, you may need to comply with specific regulations for exporting optical products, including safety standards.
How is tax applied to my export trading profits?
Profits from export trading are generally not subject to Hong Kong profits tax if the contracts are negotiated and concluded outside Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements for this business?
You will need to register your business, maintain proper records, and ensure compliance with import/export regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of spectacles and optical supplies 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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