460313Wholesale of meat, fresh or frozen (incl. poultry and meat of wild animals)
新鮮或急凍肉類批發(包括家禽肉類及野味)
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 fresh or frozen meat, including poultry and the meat of wild animals. It also encompasses the wholesale of organs from livestock and poultry, ensuring that these products are supplied to retailers, restaurants, and other businesses.
This classification includes
- meat of game and poultry, fresh or frozen, wholesale
- meat, fresh or frozen, wholesale
- organs of livestock and poultry, fresh or frozen, 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 is inherently tied to Hong Kong as it involves the wholesale distribution of meat products. Contracts are typically negotiated and concluded within the local market, and the operations require compliance with local health and safety regulations.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF FRESH OR FROZEN MEAT AND POULTRY
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
新鮮或急凍肉類批發
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 special license for meat wholesale?
Yes, you must obtain a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Profits from this activity are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Are there specific health regulations I must follow?
Yes, you must comply with hygiene and safety standards set by local authorities for handling and selling meat.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of meat, fresh or frozen (incl. poultry and meat of wild animals) 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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