Manufacture of soap and detergents, cleaning and polishing preparations, perfumes and toilet preparations

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

Manufacturing is a Qualifying Activity. However, the FTA will apply the 'Substantial Transformation' test. If the process does not result in a new HS Code or significant value-add, income from mainland persons may be reclassified as non-qualifying income, potentially breaching the de minimis threshold.

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Legal Reference

Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025, Article 2, Clause 1(a)

Audit Red Flag

Superficial transformation where simple mixing or bottling is mischaracterized as 'Manufacturing' to circumvent the 'Excluded Activity' status of third-party distribution.

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Agarwood & Incense ManufacturingExternal approval required

Bleaching Products ManufacturingExternal approval required

Cosmetics ManufacturingExternal approval required

Detergents & Disinfectants ManufacturingExternal approval required

Industrial Solvents ManufacturingExternal approval required

Perfumes ManufacturingExternal approval required

Powder Detergents ManufacturingExternal approval required

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