HSICDATA
HSIC V2.0Subclass

772900Renting and leasing of other personal and household goods

其他個人及家庭用品租賃

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 encompasses the renting and leasing of a variety of personal and household goods that are not classified elsewhere. It includes the rental of items such as books, electronic appliances, furniture, jewellery, musical instruments, and tools for home repairs.

This classification includes

  • renting of books, journals and magazines
  • renting of electronic apparatus for household use
  • renting of flowers and plants
  • renting of furniture, pottery and glass, kitchen and tableware, electrical appliances and housewares
  • renting of jewellery, musical instruments, scenery and costumes
  • renting of textiles, wearing apparel and footwear
  • renting of tools for home repairs

Classified elsewhere

These activities look similar but belong under different codes.

  • renting of cars, trucks and trailers without driver
  • renting of office furniture

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

Low

This activity typically involves renting goods to customers within Hong Kong. Contracts are usually negotiated and concluded locally, and the services are performed on-site. Therefore, it is inherently tied to the Hong Kong market.

Business registration wording

Suggested business nature for this activity

English

RENTING AND LEASING OF OTHER PERSONAL AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS

57/60 characters

Chinese 中文

其他個人及家庭用品租賃

11/30 characters

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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 calendar

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license to rent household goods?

Yes, you may need a business registration and specific licenses depending on the goods you rent.

How is tax applied to rental income?

Rental income is subject to profits tax in Hong Kong. Ensure proper accounting for expenses.

Can I operate this business online?

Yes, you can operate online, but ensure compliance with local regulations regarding rentals and consumer protection.

Incorporate in Hong Kong

Starting a renting and leasing of other personal and household goods 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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