SSIC 2025 sub-class
Food & Beverage Verified · 15 Apr 202510109
Processing and preserving of meat and meat products n.e.c.
This sub-class includes processing and preserving of meat not elsewhere classified.
Level
final
Mapped ISIC codes
1
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) 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
SSIC 2020
- 10109 — Processing and preserving of meat and meat products n.e.c.
ISIC Rev. 5
- 1010 Processing and preserving of meat
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
- ⚠️ SFA licence needed?
Step-by-step guide
1. Confirm the activity matches
This sub-class includes processing and preserving of meat not elsewhere classified.
Examples: •satay manufacturing
2. Check ISIC crosswalk
Maps to 1 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) — 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
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.
SFA Licence Application
GoBusiness · Annual renewal
SFA food establishment licence. Must be renewed before expiry.
Who uses this code
Typical professionals and business operators mapped to the Food & Beverage cluster.
Food safety auditor
Audits food establishments for SFA and international standards.
Typically also needs
HACCP/ISO 22000 auditor certification, SFA registered food consultant.
Hawker stall owner
Operates cooked-food stall in NEA-managed hawker centre.
Typically also needs
NEA hawker stall licence, Basic Food Hygiene Course certification.
Bakery chain owner
Produces and retails bread, cakes, and pastries.
Typically also needs
SFA food processing licence for central production, MUIS halal for halal lines.
Beverage manufacturer
Produces bottled drinks, juices, or specialty coffee.
Typically also needs
SFA food factory licence, HSA for health supplements if functional claims.
Catering business owner
Provides off-premises food service for events.
Typically also needs
SFA catering licence, NEA temporary event permits for outdoor events.
Related codes
Parent class
1010 Processing and Preserving of MeatParent division
10 MANUFACTURE OF FOOD PRODUCTSParent section
C MANUFACTURINGSibling codes
Alphabetical index entries
Frequently asked questions
About this specific SSIC code and the Food & Beverage sector
What traceability obligations exist for food imports?
SFA requires traceability records for imported food. Importers must register with SFA and maintain records of source, batch, and distribution for each consignment.
Do I need a licence from the Singapore Food Agency?
Most food processing, manufacturing, and retail activities require a licence from the Singapore Food Agency (SFA). The exact licence type depends on whether you import, process, store, or sell food products.
What hygiene and safety standards apply?
SFA enforces food hygiene regulations, including the Environmental Public Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations. Premises must meet layout, sanitation, and temperature-control requirements.
Is halal certification relevant under this code?
Halal certification by MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura) is voluntary but often essential for businesses serving halal-conscious markets. It is separate from the SSIC classification itself.
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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