451612Export trading of blank audio and video tapes, diskettes, CDs and DVDs
空白錄音帶、錄影帶、磁碟、光碟及數碼視訊光碟出口貿易
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 unrecorded audio and video media, including blank audio and video tapes, diskettes, CDs, and DVDs. It encompasses the wholesale distribution of these data storage media to international markets.
This classification includes
- data storage media, export trading
- unrecorded audio media, export trading
- unrecorded video media, export trading
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- recorded audio media, export trading
- recorded video media, 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 occur offshore, the nature of the business may require some operations or negotiations to take place in Hong Kong. This can limit the ability to qualify for offshore tax treatment, as activities may be tied to local premises or customers.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF BLANK AUDIO AND VIDEO MEDIA
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
空白錄音及錄影媒介出口貿易
13/30 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 this activity?
No specific license is required for exporting blank audio and video media in Hong Kong.
How is this business classified?
This business falls under the trading category, specifically for export activities related to data storage media.
What are the tax implications?
Profits from this activity may be subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
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