451631Export trading of scientific and professional instruments (excl. medical and dental instruments)
科學及專業儀器出口貿易(醫療及牙科儀器除外)
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 scientific and professional instruments, excluding those used in medical and dental fields. It includes items such as electronic control devices, industrial safety equipment, land surveying tools, marine electronics, meteorological instruments, and electronic testing equipment.
This classification includes
- electronic control and instrumentation devices, export trading
- electronic signalling system, export trading
- electronic testing equipment, export trading
- industrial safety equipment, export trading
- land surveying equipment, export trading
- marine electronic equipment, export trading
- meteorological instruments, export trading
- radar equipment, export trading
- rain gauge, export trading
- ultrasonic cleaner, export trading
- weighing apparatus for scientific use, 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 contracts may still be negotiated in Hong Kong. Additionally, the nature of the instruments traded often requires local presence for logistics and support, which ties the activity to Hong Kong.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF SCIENTIFIC AND PROFESSIONAL INSTRUMENTS
57/60 characters
Chinese 中文
科學及專業儀器出口貿易
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 scientific instruments?
Generally, a specific export license is not required for scientific instruments unless they fall under controlled categories. Check local regulations for compliance.
How is tax treated for offshore trading?
Profits from offshore trading may qualify for non-taxable treatment if contracts are negotiated and concluded outside Hong Kong. Ensure proper documentation.
What are the operational requirements for this business?
You need to register your business, maintain proper records, and comply with any relevant trade regulations. Consider logistics and supply chain management.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of scientific and professional instruments (excl. medical and dental instruments) 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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