451711Export trading of metals and metal ores
金屬及金屬礦出口貿易
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 metals and metal ores, including both ferrous and non-ferrous types. It encompasses the trading of products such as aluminium sheets, electroplated metal plates, and semi-finished metal products, as well as precious metals like gold.
This classification includes
- aluminium sheet, export trading
- electroplated metal plates, export trading
- ferrous and non-ferrous metal ores, export trading
- ferrous and non-ferrous semi-finished metal products, export trading
- stribium sheet, export trading
- gold and other precious metals, export trading
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- metal scrap, 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
HighThis activity involves trading metals and ores, which can be conducted with contracts negotiated and concluded offshore. As such, profits can qualify for non-taxable treatment in Hong Kong, provided that the trading operations are managed outside of Hong Kong.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF METALS AND METAL ORES
39/60 characters
Chinese 中文
金屬及金屬礦出口貿易
10/30 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 specific license for export trading?
Yes, you may need to apply for an export license depending on the type of metals and ores you are trading.
How is tax applied to profits from export trading?
If the trading is conducted offshore and meets certain criteria, profits may be exempt from Hong Kong profits tax.
What are the operational requirements for this business?
You need to maintain proper records of transactions and contracts, and ensure compliance with any relevant export regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of metals and metal ores 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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