452743Import for wholesale of paper for industrial use and printing
工業及印刷用紙進口批發
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 types of paper specifically intended for industrial applications and printing purposes. It includes products such as corrugated paperboard, packing containers made from corrugated paperboard, and paper rolls used for printing newspapers and magazines.
This classification includes
- corrugated paperboard, import for wholesale
- packing containers of corrugated paperboard, import for whole
- paper for industrial use, import for wholesale
- paper rolls for printing newspaper and magazines, import for wholesale
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- cut-to-size bond paper for general purposes, import for wholesale
- paper for computer printer, import for wholesale
- paper for photocopier, 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 activity involves importing and wholesaling paper, it is typically tied to local operations and customers in Hong Kong. Contracts are often negotiated within the region, making it less likely to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
IMPORT FOR WHOLESALE OF PAPER FOR INDUSTRIAL USE
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
工業及印刷用紙進口批發
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 specific license for importing paper?
Yes, you may need an import license depending on the type of paper and its intended use.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Profits from this activity are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
You can manage operations from abroad, but local presence may be necessary for compliance and customer relations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a import for wholesale of paper for industrial use and printing 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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