460799Wholesale of other specialised products n.e.c.
其他專賣產品批發
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 specialized products that are not classified elsewhere. It includes a diverse range of items such as anchors and their cables, aquarium supplies, bird cages, fertilizers, horticultural sundries, printing inks, life-saving equipment like life buoys and jackets, sailors' clothing, industrial waxes, and various raw materials.
This classification includes
- anchor's cable, wholesale
- anchor, wholesale
- aquarium and accessories, wholesale
- bird cages and accessories, wholesale
- fertilisers, wholesale
- horticultural sundries, wholesale
- ink for printing, wholesale
- life buoy, wholesale
- life jacket, wholesale
- sailors' clothing, wholesale
- waxes for industrial use, wholesale
- raw materials n.e.c., 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 of specialized products, which can be conducted offshore. However, the nature of the products may require some operations or customer interactions within Hong Kong, limiting full offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
WHOLESALE OF SPECIALISED PRODUCTS OTHER THAN FOOD
49/60 characters
Chinese 中文
其他專賣產品批發
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 for wholesale activities?
No specific license is required for wholesale activities in Hong Kong, but you must comply with general business registration requirements.
How is tax treated for wholesale businesses?
Wholesale businesses are subject to profits tax in Hong Kong. If profits are derived from offshore activities, they may qualify for tax exemptions.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
Yes, you can operate this business from outside Hong Kong, but ensure compliance with local regulations and business registration in Hong Kong.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a wholesale of other specialised products n.e.c. 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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