460441Wholesale of stationery
文具批發
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 stationery products, including writing instruments such as pens and pencils, adhesives like tape, and art supplies such as paints and watercolors. It encompasses the sale of items used in offices and educational settings, as well as personal stationery products.
This classification includes
- adhesive tape for office use, wholesale
- ball pen, wholesale
- eraser, wholesale
- fountain pen, wholesale
- paints for artists, wholesale
- pen with electronic watch, wholesale
- pencil, wholesale
- photo album, wholesale
- rubber stamp, wholesale
- water colours, wholesale
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- paper for computer printer, wholesale
- paper for photocopier, 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 stationery products can be sourced and sold internationally, the nature of wholesale activities often involves local contracts and customers. Many transactions may occur within Hong Kong, making it challenging to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF STATIONERY AND OFFICE SUPPLIES
43/60 characters
Chinese 中文
文具及辦公用品批發
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 activities?
No specific license is required for wholesale of stationery in Hong Kong, but general business registration is necessary.
How is tax applied to wholesale profits?
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 ensure that contracts and customer interactions align with offshore regulations to maintain tax benefits.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of stationery 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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