452699Import for wholesale of machinery and equipment n.e.c. (except furniture)
其他機械及設備進口批發(傢具除外)
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 types of machinery and equipment that are not classified as furniture. It includes a wide range of items such as electrical machinery, industrial tools, and specialized equipment for specific industries, ensuring that businesses have access to essential machinery for their operations.
This classification includes
- bearing, import for wholesale
- container, import for wholesale
- diamond for industrial use, import for wholesale
- dummy for dressmaker, import for wholesale
- electric drill, import for wholesale
- electric saw, import for wholesale
- electrical beauty equipments, import for wholesale
- electrical coffee vending machine, import for wholesale
- electrical fork-lift, import for wholesale
- electrical machinery and parts for knitting, import for wholesale
- electrical machinery and parts for ship, import for wholesale
- electrical machinery and parts for spinning, import for wholesale
- electrical machinery and parts for weaving, import for wholesale
- electrical machinery, equipment and parts, import for wholesale
- fork-lift operated by LP gas, import for wholesale
- juice freezing machine, import for wholesale
- non-domestic air-conditioning system, import for wholesale
- non-domestic electric cable, import for wholesale
- water pump, 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 import and wholesale of machinery can involve international contracts, the nature of the business often requires physical presence in Hong Kong for operations and customer interactions. This ties the activity closely to the local market, affecting offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT
47/60 characters
Chinese 中文
其他機械及設備進口批發
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 machinery?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of machinery being imported.
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?
Yes, but you must ensure compliance with local regulations and may need a local agent.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of machinery and equipment n.e.c. (except furniture) 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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