452203Import for wholesale of leather (incl. imitation leather and other plastic sheetings)
皮革進口批發(包括人造皮及其他塑膠皮)
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 wholesale importation of leather materials, including both genuine leather and imitation leather, as well as other plastic sheetings. It encompasses a variety of products such as PVC materials for furniture, animal skins, foam rubber, and rabbit hair, all intended for resale in the wholesale market.
This classification includes
- PVC and imitation leather material for furniture, import for wholesale
- animal skin and tanneries, import for wholesale
- foam rubber, import for wholesale
- leather material, import for wholesale
- plastic sheetings, import for wholesale
- rabbit hair, import for wholesale
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 the importation of leather and plastic sheetings can be conducted offshore, the nature of wholesale activities often requires physical presence in Hong Kong for logistics and distribution. Contracts are typically negotiated locally, which ties the business to the Hong Kong market.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF LEATHER AND PLASTIC SHEETINGS
53/60 characters
Chinese 中文
皮革及塑膠皮進口批發
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?
Yes, you may need an import license depending on the materials. Check local regulations.
What are the tax implications?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business remotely?
While some operations can be managed remotely, a local presence is often necessary for effective distribution.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of leather (incl. imitation leather and other plastic sheetings) 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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