SSIC 2025 sub-class
Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry Verified · 15 Apr 202502000
Forestry, logging and related service activities
This sub-class includes the extraction, gathering and/or production of round wood for the forest-based manufacturing industries. Besides the production of timber, forestry activities result in products that undergo little processing, such as fire wood, charcoal, wood chips and round wood used in an unprocessed form (e.g., pit-props, pulpwood). These activities can be carried out in natural or planted forests. Units in this sub-class are primarily engaged in: •growing of standing timber: - planting - replanting - transplanting - thinning - conserving of forests and/or timber tracts •growing of pulpwood •operation of forest tree nurseries •production of round wood •gathering and/or production of fire wood •production of charcoal in the forest (using traditional methods)
Level
final
Mapped ISIC codes
4
Source
SingStat
Official data
| Official name | Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2025) |
| Issuing authority | Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) |
| Tax authority | Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (IRAS) |
| Purpose | Mandatory at ACRA business/company registration; used by IRAS, MOM, EDB, SingStat |
| Active version | SSIC 2025 (15 Apr 2025) |
| Hierarchy level | Sub-class (5-digit) (final leaf) |
| Source | https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic |
| Prior versions | SSIC 2020, SSIC 2015 |
When you need this code
ACRA registration
Select this code as principal or secondary SSIC when registering your business entity via BizFile+.
Licensing
Singapore Food Agency (SFA), National Parks Board (NParks) may require sector-specific licence. Check with authority.
Tax filing
IRAS uses SSIC for industry profiling. File Form C / C-S / C-S (Lite) via myTax Portal annually.
Banking
Banks may request your registered SSIC for KYC, merchant acquiring, and sector risk assessment.
Hierarchy
Correspondence tables
ISIC crosswalk
Compliance risk score
Compliance risk score
Low friction
5 of 6 factors low-risk
- ✅ Verified source ≤90d
- ✅ ISIC mapping available
- ✅ SSIC 2020 migration mapped
- ✅ Full hierarchy chain
- ✅ GST registration applicable
- ⚠️ Farming licence?
Step-by-step guide
1. Confirm the activity matches
This sub-class includes the extraction, gathering and/or production of round wood for the forest-based manufacturing industries. Besides the production of timber, forestry activities result in products that undergo little processing, such as fire wood, charcoal, wood chips and round wood used in an unprocessed form (e.g., pit-props, pulpwood). These activities can be carried out in natural or planted forests. Units in this sub-class are primarily engaged in: •growing of standing timber: - planting - replanting - transplanting - thinning - conserving of forests and/or timber tracts •growing of pulpwood •operation of forest tree nurseries •production of round wood •gathering and/or production of fire wood •production of charcoal in the forest (using traditional methods)
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2. Check ISIC crosswalk
Maps to 4 ISIC Rev. 5 class(es). Verify the international alignment matches your scope.
3. Register via BizFile+
File entity registration with ACRA at https://www.bizfile.gov.sg. Declare this SSIC code as principal or secondary.
4. Apply for sector licences
Singapore Food Agency (SFA), National Parks Board (NParks) — check the relevant authority for specific licence requirements and application forms.
Applicable taxes & forms
Corporate income tax
Rate: 17%
75% exemption on first SGD 10,000 + 50% on next SGD 190,000
Qualifying new companies: 75% exemption on first SGD 100,000 + 50% on next SGD 100,000 for first 3 YAs
GST
Rate: 9% (since 1 January 2024)
Threshold: SGD 1,000,000. If registered, InvoiceNow e-invoicing may apply.
Applicable filings
Form C
myTax Portal · Annual (by 30 Nov for paper, 15 Dec e-file)
Full corporate income tax return for companies. Requires audited/unaudited financial statements.
Form C-S
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplified return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 5M and deriving income taxed at prevailing corporate rate.
Form C-S (Lite)
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplest return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 200K.
Form F5
myTax Portal · Quarterly
GST return. GST-registered businesses must file within 1 month of quarter end.
Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI)
myTax Portal · Within 3 months of FYE
Compulsory for all companies. IRAS issues Notice of Assessment based on ECI.
Who uses this code
Typical professionals and business operators mapped to the Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry cluster.
Plant nursery manager
Propagates ornamental plants, orchids, and landscaping stock.
Typically also needs
NParks phytosanitary certificate for exports, Plant Import Permit.
Agri-tech startup founder
Develops technology solutions for urban farming.
Typically also needs
Enterprise SG grant eligibility, IPOS patent registration.
Landscape contractor
Designs and maintains green spaces.
Typically also needs
NParks registered contractor, Workplace Safety certification.
Wholesale florist
Sources and distributes cut flowers to retail florists and events.
Typically also needs
NParks CITES permit for protected species, ACRA registration.
Sustainable food consultant
Advises farms on productivity, certification, and supply-chain strategy.
Typically also needs
MUIS halal certification knowledge, SFA traceability systems.
Related codes
Parent division
02 FORESTRY, LOGGING AND RELATED SERVICE ACTIVITIESParent section
A AGRICULTURE AND FISHINGAlphabetical index entries
Frequently asked questions
About this specific SSIC code and the Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry sector
Are there biosecurity and animal health requirements?
SFA and NParks regulate biosecurity, animal health, and plant health standards. Import of live animals, plants, and seeds requires specific permits.
What sustainable farming grants are available?
SFA offers the Agri-Food Cluster Transformation Fund and other grants. Enterprise Singapore also provides support for agri-tech innovation.
Do I need a farming licence in Singapore?
Land-based farming and aquaculture operations may require a licence from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) under the relevant farming regulations.
What land-use permissions are needed?
Agricultural land use in Singapore is tightly controlled. Approvals from SLA, URA, and relevant agencies are typically needed before commencing operations.
What is SSIC and why does it matter?
The Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC) is the national system for categorising business activities. It is mandatory at ACRA registration and is used by IRAS, MOM, and other government agencies for tax, licensing, statistical, and policy purposes.
Do I need to register with this SSIC code?
Every business entity registered with ACRA must select at least one SSIC code that best describes its principal economic activity. You can declare up to two codes — one primary and one secondary — via BizFile+.
What international standard does SSIC map to?
SSIC 2025 is aligned with the UN International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC) Rev. 5. Each SSIC code maps to one or more ISIC Rev. 5 classes, making Singapore business data internationally comparable.
Can I hold more than one SSIC code at the same time?
Yes. ACRA allows one primary SSIC code and one secondary SSIC code per registered entity. If your business spans multiple distinct activities, choose the code that generates the highest share of revenue as primary.
How do I change my registered SSIC code?
You can update your SSIC code through BizFile+ by filing a "Change in Business Activity" transaction. Changes take effect upon ACRA approval. IRAS and other agencies should also be notified if the change affects tax classification.
Official sources
What to do next
Data source: Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) (https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic). The site mirrors official workbook data and adds deterministic cluster mapping and risk scoring. Not the authoritative source — always verify against the original spreadsheet.
Last data refresh: 15 Apr 2025. Classification version: SSIC 2025.
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