452634Import for wholesale of office appliances and equipment (excl. computers, furniture and fixtures)
辦公室器材及設備進口批發(電腦、傢具及固定裝置除外)
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 office appliances and equipment, excluding computers, furniture, and fixtures. It includes items such as photocopiers, cash registers, typewriters, and other related office tools and devices.
This classification includes
- blackboard, import for wholesale
- card reader, import for wholesale
- cash registers, import for wholesale
- charting board, import for wholesale
- microfilming equipment, import for wholesale
- photocopier, import for wholesale
- time-keeper, import for wholesale
- typewriter, 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 office appliances and equipment, which typically requires physical presence in Hong Kong for storage and distribution. Contracts are usually negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it less likely to qualify for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF OFFICE APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT
55/60 characters
Chinese 中文
辦公室器材及設備進口批發
12/30 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 office 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 unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While you can manage operations remotely, physical presence in Hong Kong is essential for importing and distributing goods.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of office appliances and equipment (excl. computers, furniture and fixtures) 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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