History
Originally, Hong Kong Customs was Import and Export Management Predecessor, was founded in 1909, initially it was responsible for the main revenue protection work. In 1949, Import and Export Management and Supplies Department, The Department of Trade and Industry Department merged into the Department of Trade and Industry. Trade and Industry Department in 1962 set up Revenue Service. In 1977, it was renamed The Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department. On 1 August 1982, The Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department became independent from Trade and Industry Department.
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