The most scalable e-commerce operators use a two-entity structure: a holding company for IP and brand ownership, and an operating entity for marketplace sales and banking. Here is how to build it.
Service fee covers both entity formations. Government filing fees in each jurisdiction are billed separately.
Form HK Ltd + US LLC BundleWe review your brand portfolio, marketplace mix, and exit goals to recommend the right holding + operating entity combination.
We file both entities concurrently - HK Ltd (1–3 days) and US LLC (1–3 days) - to minimise total setup time.
Full incorporation pack for both entities, ready for bank account opening and marketplace registration.
We provide guidance on assigning or licensing brand IP (trademarks, domain names) to the holding entity correctly.
Separating IP ownership from operations protects brand value in a sale, limits liability across brands, and allows you to sell individual operating entities without moving the IP. It also creates a cleaner audit trail for potential acquirers or aggregators.
Hong Kong has a territorial tax system (profits from outside HK are often untaxed), a strong banking infrastructure, no VAT/GST, and is the preferred jurisdiction for sourcing from mainland China. It is widely accepted by Alibaba, Global Sources, and other Asian B2B platforms.
If you only sell on Amazon US and need Stripe, a single US LLC is often sufficient to start. The two-entity structure makes more sense once you have multiple brands, significant IP value, or are planning for an exit. We review your situation and recommend the right starting point.
Yes. Registering trademarks in the name of a holding entity is common practice in e-commerce. The operating entity then licenses the brand from the holding company. This isolates IP from operational risk and simplifies brand valuation in a sale. Trademark registration itself is a separate step handled by a trademark attorney.
Fixed price, real-time tracking, and expert handling, from first document to final approval.
Form HK Ltd + US LLC Bundle