477406Retail sale of sacks and bags (excl. handbags and travelling bags)
袋類製品零售店(手袋及旅行袋除外)
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 sacks and bags, excluding handbags and travelling bags. It includes the sale of items such as gunny bags, plastic bags, and other sacks not elsewhere classified.
This classification includes
- gunny bags, retail sale
- plastic bags, retail sale
- sacks n.e.c., 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 sacks and bags is inherently tied to Hong Kong premises and customers. Contracts are typically negotiated and concluded within Hong Kong, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment. The nature of retail activities requires a physical presence in the market.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RETAIL SALE OF SACKS AND BAGS
29/60 characters
Chinese 中文
袋類製品零售店
7/30 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 bags?
No specific license is required for retailing bags in Hong Kong, but general business registration is necessary.
What are the tax implications?
Profits from retail activities are subject to Hong Kong profits tax. Ensure compliance with local tax regulations.
Can I operate online?
Yes, you can operate an online store for selling sacks and bags, but you still need to register your business.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a retail sale of sacks and bags (excl. handbags and travelling bags) 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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