460427Wholesale of toilet preparations and cleaning materials
衛浴用劑及清潔劑料批發
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 toilet preparations and cleaning materials. It includes products such as shampoos, soaps, deodorants, detergents, and other toiletries, as well as items like anti-mist sprays for spectacles and camphor tablets.
This classification includes
- anti-mist spray for spectacles, wholesale
- camphor tablets, wholesale
- cotton balls, wholesale
- deodorants, wholesale
- detergent, wholesale
- hair conditioners, wholesale
- moth ball, wholesale
- perm lotion, wholesale
- shampoo, wholesale
- soap, wholesale
- toiletries, wholesale
- toothpaste, wholesale
- washing powder, 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
MediumThis activity involves wholesale trading, which can be conducted offshore. However, the nature of the products often requires local presence for distribution and customer engagement, limiting the potential for complete offshore operations.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF TOILET PREPARATIONS AND CLEANING
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
衛浴用劑及清潔劑料批發
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 license for wholesale activities?
Yes, you may need a business registration certificate and comply with local regulations.
What are the tax implications for wholesale trading?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
Yes, but you must ensure compliance with local laws and regulations regarding imports and sales.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of toilet preparations and cleaning materials 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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