451634Export trading of office appliances and equipment (excl. computers, furniture and fixtures)
辦公室器材及設備出口貿易(電腦、傢具及固定裝置除外)
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 office appliances and equipment, excluding computers, furniture, and fixtures. It includes items such as photocopiers, cash registers, typewriters, and other related office equipment.
This classification includes
- blackboard, export trading
- card reader, export trading
- cash registers, export trading
- charting board, export trading
- microfilming equipment, export trading
- photocopier, export trading
- time-keeper, export trading
- typewriter, 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 office appliances and equipment, which may include contracts negotiated offshore. However, the nature of the business often requires some local presence and interaction with Hong Kong customers, affecting its offshore status.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF OFFICE APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT
49/60 characters
Chinese 中文
辦公室器材及設備出口貿易
12/30 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 export trading?
No specific license is required for export trading of office appliances, but ensure compliance with general trade regulations.
How is tax treated for offshore profits?
Profits from offshore trading may be exempt from Hong Kong profits tax if contracts are negotiated and concluded outside of Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements?
You need to register your business and maintain proper records of transactions and contracts related to your export activities.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of office appliances and equipment (excl. computers, furniture and fixtures) 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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