472111Retail sale of meat, roasted, dried or preserved
經烤製、乾製或醃製的肉類零售店
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 retail sale of various types of meat products, including roasted, dried, preserved, and smoked meats. It encompasses establishments that sell these products directly to consumers, such as butcher shops and specialty meat stores.
This classification includes
- dried meat, retail sale
- meat ball, retail sale
- preserved meat, retail sale
- roasted meat, retail sale
- smoked meat, retail sale
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
Activities under this code trigger the following licensing regimes. Emerhub prepares and files each application on your behalf.
Siu Mei and Lo Mei Shop Licence
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Required for the retail sale of siu mei (Chinese roasted meat) or lo mei (marinated meat) obtained from licensed sources, under the Food Business Regulation (Cap. 132X). Operators who prepare siu mei or lo mei on the premises need a Food Factory Licence instead. The annual fee is a fixed rate regardless of premises size.
- Processing time
- FEHD guide flow: letter of requirements issued within 7 working days of departmental clearance; final approval steps within 7 to 8 working days after compliance is confirmed
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowThis activity is inherently tied to Hong Kong as it involves retail sales to local customers. Contracts are typically negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, and the services are performed on-site at the retail premises.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RETAIL SALE OF ROASTED MEAT AND PRESERVED MEAT
46/60 characters
Chinese 中文
經烤製及醃製肉類零售
10/30 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 to sell meat?
Yes, you need to comply with food safety regulations and obtain relevant licenses from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits from retail activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax. Ensure proper accounting to comply with tax regulations.
Can I sell imported meat products?
Yes, but you must ensure they meet local health and safety standards and comply with import regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a retail sale of meat, roasted, dried or preserved 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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