HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

451501Export trading of motor vehicles

汽車出口貿易

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 various types of motor vehicles, including motor cars, buses, lorries, and trucks. It encompasses both new and second-hand vehicles, focusing on the international sale and distribution of these vehicles to foreign markets.

This classification includes

  • buses, export trading
  • lorries, export trading
  • motor cars, export trading
  • second-hand motor vehicles, export trading
  • trucks, 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 activity often involves contracts negotiated in Hong Kong. Additionally, the logistics and operations may require a physical presence in Hong Kong, which affects the offshore status.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

EXPORT TRADING OF MOTOR VEHICLES INCLUDING BUSES

48/60 characters

Chinese 中文

汽車出口貿易

6/30 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 special license for exporting vehicles?

Yes, you may need an import/export license depending on the vehicle type and destination country.

How is tax treated for export trading activities?

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

What are the operational requirements for this business?

You need to register your business, maintain proper records, and comply with local regulations regarding vehicle exports.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a export trading of motor vehicles 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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