452299Import for wholesale of agricultural products and live animals n.e.c.
其他農產品及活動物進口批發
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 subclass covers the wholesale importation of agricultural products and live animals that are not classified elsewhere. It includes the wholesale trade of specific items such as bamboo, goose and duck feathers, and rosin, among others.
This classification includes
- bamboo, import for wholesale
- goose and duck feather, import for wholesale
- rosin, 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 some trading activities can be conducted offshore, the nature of agricultural imports often requires physical presence in Hong Kong for storage and distribution. Contracts are typically negotiated locally, which ties the activity to Hong Kong operations.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
農產品批發進口
7/30 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 import agricultural products?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of agricultural products you are importing.
What are the tax implications for wholesale imports?
Profits from wholesale imports are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, but you may qualify for deductions.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
You can manage operations from abroad, but physical presence in Hong Kong is often necessary for compliance and logistics.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of agricultural products and live animals n.e.c. 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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