460401Wholesale of footwear and shoe accessories
鞋及鞋類配件批發
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 various types of footwear, including shoes, boots, slippers, and sports footwear, as well as related accessories such as shoe laces, shoe pads, and shoe heel protectors. Businesses engaged in this subclass primarily sell these products in bulk to retailers or other businesses rather than directly to consumers.
This classification includes
- boots, wholesale
- shoe heel protector, wholesale
- shoe laces, wholesale
- shoe pad, wholesale
- shoes, wholesale
- slippers, wholesale
- sports footwear, 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 closely tied to the Hong Kong market as footwear is often sold to local retailers. Contracts are typically negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment. The nature of wholesale activities requires a physical presence in the region.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF FOOTWEAR AND SHOE ACCESSORIES
42/60 characters
Chinese 中文
鞋及鞋類配件批發
8/30 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 wholesale footwear?
No specific license is required for wholesale activities, but you must comply with general business registration requirements.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment, which is unlikely in this case.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While you can manage operations remotely, a local presence is essential for effective distribution and customer engagement.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of footwear and shoe accessories 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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