451743Export trading of paper for industrial use and printing
工業及印刷用紙出口貿易
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 paper products specifically intended for industrial applications and printing purposes. It includes the trading of corrugated paperboard, packing containers made from corrugated paperboard, and paper rolls used for printing newspapers and magazines.
This classification includes
- corrugated paperboard, export trading
- packing containers of corrugated paperboard, export trading
- paper for industrial use, export trading
- paper rolls for printing newspaper and magazines, export trading
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- cut-to-size bond paper for general purposes, export trading
- paper for computer printer, export trading
- paper for photocopier, 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, the nature of the business often involves contracts negotiated in Hong Kong. Additionally, the logistics and shipping processes may require a physical presence in Hong Kong, which ties the activity to the region.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXPORT TRADING OF PAPER FOR INDUSTRIAL USE AND PRINTING
55/60 characters
Chinese 中文
工業及印刷用紙出口貿易
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 for export trading?
Yes, you may need to apply for an export license depending on the type of paper products you are trading.
How is tax treated for export trading?
Profits from export trading may be eligible for offshore tax treatment if contracts are negotiated and concluded outside Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements?
You need to register your business, maintain proper records, and comply with customs regulations for exporting goods.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a export trading of paper for industrial use and printing 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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