473300Retail sale of kerosene and L.P. gas
火水及石油氣零售店
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 kerosene and liquefied petroleum gas (L.P. gas) to consumers. It includes the sale of bottled L.P. gas and kerosene, typically through specialized retail outlets.
This classification includes
- bottled LP gas, retail sale
- kerosene, retail sale
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
LowThe retail sale of kerosene and L.P. gas is inherently tied to Hong Kong premises and customers. Contracts for these products are typically negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RETAIL SALE OF KEROSENE AND L.P. GAS PRODUCTS
45/60 characters
Chinese 中文
火水及石油氣零售
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 to sell L.P. gas?
Yes, you need a license from the Hong Kong government to sell L.P. gas.
What are the tax implications for this business?
Retail businesses in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax on income generated within the territory.
Can I operate this business online?
Yes, but you still need to comply with local regulations and licensing requirements.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a retail sale of kerosene and l.p. gas 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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