452436Import for wholesale of photographic equipment and supplies
攝影器材及用品進口批發
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 activity involves the wholesale importation of various photographic equipment and supplies, including cameras, video cameras, photographic paper, and portable photo-finishing apparatus. It also encompasses the import of telescopes and related photographic accessories for resale.
This classification includes
- camera and video camera, import for wholesale
- cameras, import for wholesale
- photographic equipment and supplies, import for wholesale
- photographic paper, import for wholesale
- portable photo-finishing apparatus, import for wholesale
- telescope, 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
LowThis activity involves importing photographic equipment and supplies, which typically requires physical presence in Hong Kong for storage and distribution. Contracts are often negotiated with local suppliers and customers, making the business operations closely tied to Hong Kong.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT
46/60 characters
Chinese 中文
攝影器材及用品進口批發
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 to import photographic equipment?
Yes, you may need to obtain an import license depending on the specific equipment and regulations.
What are the tax implications for wholesale activities?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as they are considered local business operations.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While you can manage some aspects remotely, physical presence in Hong Kong is typically required for importing and distributing goods.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of photographic equipment and supplies 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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