460308Wholesale of fish and other sea products, dried or preserved
經乾製或醃製的魚類及其他海產食品批發
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 distribution of fish and other sea products that are dried or preserved. It includes a variety of products such as dried abalone, dried scallops, and various seafood balls, catering to businesses that require these items for resale or further processing.
This classification includes
- crab ball, wholesale
- cuttlefish ball, wholesale
- dried abalone, wholesale
- dried or preserved fish, wholesale
- dried scallop, wholesale
- fish ball, wholesale
- shrimp ball, wholesale
- dried or preserved sea products n.e.c., 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 some wholesale activities can be conducted offshore, the nature of seafood distribution often requires local operations and customer interactions. Contracts are typically negotiated with local suppliers and customers, making it challenging to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF FISH AND SEAFOOD
29/60 characters
Chinese 中文
魚類及海產食品批發
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 need a business registration certificate and may require additional licenses depending on the products.
What are the tax implications?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless offshore treatment applies.
Can I operate this business remotely?
While some aspects can be managed remotely, local presence is often necessary for logistics and customer relations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of fish and other sea products, dried or preserved 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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