452447Import for wholesale of paper products
紙製品進口批發
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 paper products, including cut-to-size bond paper, envelopes, greeting cards, and paper bags. It encompasses a range of items used for general purposes, printing, and packaging, ensuring that these products are available for distribution to retailers and other businesses.
This classification includes
- cut-to-size bond paper for general purposes, import for wholesale
- envelope, import for wholesale
- greeting cards, import for wholesale
- letter sheet, import for wholesale
- musical greeting cards, import for wholesale
- paper bags, import for wholesale
- paper cups, import for wholesale
- paper for computer printer, import for wholesale
- paper for general purposes, import for wholesale
- paper for photocopier, import for wholesale
- paper napkin, import for wholesale
- paper plates, import for wholesale
- paper towels, import for wholesale
- posters, import for wholesale
- tissue paper, import for wholesale
- toilet tissue paper, import for wholesale
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- paper rolls for printing newspaper and magazines, import for wholesale
- paper waste, 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 paper products for wholesale, which is inherently tied to Hong Kong's market and customers. Contracts are typically negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF PAPER PRODUCTS AND SUPPLIES
51/60 characters
Chinese 中文
紙製品進口批發
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 paper products?
Yes, you may need an import license depending on the specific products. Check with local authorities.
What are the tax implications for wholesale imports?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax. Ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While you can manage operations remotely, the business activities must comply with Hong Kong regulations and market requirements.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of paper products 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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