460299Wholesale of agricultural products and live animals n.e.c.
其他農業原材料及活動物批發
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 trade of various agricultural products and live animals that are not classified elsewhere. It includes the distribution of items such as bamboo, goose and duck feathers, and rosin, among other agricultural goods.
This classification includes
- bamboo, wholesale
- goose and duck feather, wholesale
- rosin, 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
MediumProfits from wholesale activities may qualify for offshore treatment if contracts are negotiated and concluded outside of Hong Kong. However, the nature of the business often requires local operations and customer interactions, which ties it to Hong Kong.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS AND LIVE ANIMALS
51/60 characters
Chinese 中文
農產品及活動物批發
9/30 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 for wholesale?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the products you are wholesaling. Check local regulations.
How is tax applied to wholesale profits?
Wholesale profits are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment based on business activities.
What are the operational requirements?
You need to register your business, maintain proper records, and comply with health and safety regulations for agricultural products.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of agricultural products and live animals n.e.c. 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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