460721Wholesale of construction materials, hardware and plumbing equipment and supplies
建材、五金、水管設備及其配備批發
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 a variety of construction materials and supplies, including hardware and plumbing equipment. It encompasses the sale of items such as aluminium bars, cement, sanitary fittings, tiles, and other related products to retailers, contractors, and other businesses in the construction industry.
This classification includes
- aluminium bars and rods, wholesale
- bathtub, wholesale
- cement, wholesale
- cistern, wholesale
- closestool, wholesale
- heat-insulating board, wholesale
- marble stone, wholesale
- metal curtain rails, wholesale
- sanitary fittings, wholesale
- structural steel bars and rods, wholesale
- tiles, wholesale
- wallpaper, wholesale
- wash basin, wholesale
- water pipes, 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 typically involves trading with local customers and requires physical premises in Hong Kong. Contracts are often negotiated and concluded within the region, making it less feasible for offshore tax treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND HARDWARE
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
建材及五金批發
7/30 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 wholesale?
No special license is required for wholesale activities in Hong Kong, but general business registration is necessary.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax, as they are typically conducted within the jurisdiction.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While you can manage operations remotely, physical presence in Hong Kong is often necessary for effective business conduct.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of construction materials, hardware and plumbing equipment and supplies 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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