477204Retail sale of cosmetics and personal care products
化妝品及個人護理用品零售店
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 cosmetics and personal care products, which includes a range of items such as skin care products, beauty products, and aroma products. Retailers in this subclass provide consumers with various personal care items aimed at enhancing beauty and personal hygiene.
This classification includes
- aroma products, retail sale
- cosmetics (including beauty and facial service), retail sale
- skin care products, 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
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 services are performed on-site, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RETAIL SALE OF COSMETICS AND PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS
51/60 characters
Chinese 中文
化妝品及個人護理用品零售
12/30 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 cosmetics?
Yes, you may need to obtain a license for selling cosmetics, depending on the products and their ingredients.
What are the tax implications for my retail business?
Retail businesses in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax on income generated within the territory.
Can I operate an online cosmetics store?
Yes, you can operate an online store, but you must comply with local regulations and licensing requirements.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a retail sale of cosmetics and personal care 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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