460741Wholesale of chemicals and allied products
化學原料及有關產品批發
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 chemicals and related products. It includes the sale of items such as anti-rust agents, chemical salts, dyes, explosives, fragrant oils for cosmetics, industrial and construction glues, as well as gases like hydrogen and oxygen, and petroleum waxes.
This classification includes
- anti-rust, wholesale
- chemical salts, wholesale
- dyes, wholesale
- explosives, wholesale
- fragrant oil used as raw material for cosmetic, wholesale
- glue for construction, wholesale
- glue for industrial use, wholesale
- hydrogen, wholesale
- oxygen, wholesale
- petroleum wax (including paraffin wax), 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 wholesale activities can be conducted offshore, many transactions involve local suppliers or customers. The nature of chemical products often requires physical presence for storage and distribution, making it less feasible for complete offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF CHEMICALS AND ALLIED PRODUCTS
42/60 characters
Chinese 中文
化學原料及有關產品批發
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 to wholesale chemicals?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of chemicals you plan to wholesale. Check with local authorities for requirements.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Profits from wholesale activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment. Consult a tax advisor for specifics.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
Yes, but you must ensure compliance with local regulations and may need to establish a local presence for certain activities.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of chemicals and allied products 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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