Macau and Hong Kong Souvenir Buying Guide: Koi…

HowBridge Has No Hong Kong Warehouse; You Must Arrange the Hong Kong Leg Yourself

HowBridge's own warehouses are the Shenzhen consolidation warehouse and the Taoyuan Dayuan operations warehouse. We currently have no Hong Kong warehouse and do not offer a Hong Kong leg, including a Hong Kong receiving address, official Hong Kong-leg rates, or guaranteed transit times. Any Hong Kong warehouses, shipping rates, and transit times mentioned on this page are for general market reference only and are not services offered by this site; do not use them as a shipping address or to place orders. For goods purchased in Hong Kong, you must arrange forwarding to this site's Shenzhen consolidation warehouse yourself, after which they can be consolidated and shipped from Shenzhen to Taiwan. The Taiwan-side tax rates and import regulations on this page remain valid and can still be used as a reference.

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HowBridge currently operates only a Shenzhen consolidation warehouse and a Taoyuan operations warehouse, and only handles consolidated shipping from China to Taiwan. We have not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse, and there is no Hong Kong/Macau receiving address to fill in. This page is a guide to Hong Kong/Macau shopping knowledge and Taiwan import rules; Taiwan-side taxes and import rules are unaffected and continue to apply as usual.

Koi Kei / Wing Wah / Maxim / Jenny Bakery / Lukfook

Koi Kei almond cakes Wing Wah mooncakes Jenny Bakery Lukfook No HK/Macau Warehouse · Self-Arranged Leg

Hong Kong/Macau Leg: Self-Arranged

HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse; you'll need to arrange this yourself.

Sea freight consolidation

Save more on shelf-stable gifts.

Taiwan delivery

Delivered after customs clearance.

Hong Kong and Macau souvenirs offer plenty of choice, with clear price gaps between Koi Kei, Choi Heong Yuen, Wing Wah, Maxim and Jenny Bakery. HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse, and there is no Hong Kong/Macau receiving address to fill in — you'll need to arrange the Hong Kong/Macau leg of shipping yourself. This page collects each brand's must-buy items, the meat-product import ban, and Taiwan-side tax calculations, so you can work out the rules and costs before you order.

Meat products are prohibited. Pork jerky, sausages, ham mooncakes, and barbecue pastries should not be imported personally into Taiwan. Almond cakes, egg rolls, lotus seed, custard, bean paste, and cookies are safer choices.

1. Macau Bakeries

Shop	Founded	Signature	Local price	Taiwan ref.
Koi Kei Bakery	1997	Almond cakes / egg rolls	MOP 80-130	NT$580-980
Choi Heong Yuen	1935	Charcoal almond cakes	MOP 75-95	NT$520-680
Fong Seng Restaurant	1988	Egg tarts / wife cakes	MOP 130	NT$980
Lord Stow Bakery	1989	Portuguese egg tarts	MOP 140	NT$1,200
Fong Seng Bakery	1949	Phoenix rolls / snacks	MOP 65-95	NT$420-680

What to buy

Koi Kei almond cakes — Classic shelf-stable gift boxes.
Koi Kei egg rolls — Fragile; add crush protection.
Choi Heong Yuen almond cakes — Good for consolidated orders.
Low-sugar almond cakes — Easy gift option.
Portuguese egg tarts — Short shelf life; chilled air only.
Phoenix rolls — Shelf-stable but needs box protection.

2. Hong Kong Mooncakes and Cookies

Brand	Founded	Signature	HK price	Taiwan ref.
Wing Wah	1950	Lotus seed mooncakes	HKD 380	NT$2,500
Maxim	1956	Lava custard mooncakes	HKD 358	NT$2,200
Jenny Bakery	2005	Four-mix cookies	HKD 195	NT$1,500-2,000
The Peninsula	1928	Lava custard mooncakes	HKD 540	NT$3,800
Taipan	1976	Custard mooncakes	HKD 318	NT$2,000
Mr. & Mrs. Bund	Limited	Mid-autumn gift box	HKD 480-680	Not regular
Chocolate gift brands	Limited	Gift boxes	HKD 280-580	Not regular

3. Chilled Lava Custard Mooncakes

Lava custard mooncakes and egg tarts have a short shelf life and need cold-chain handling or air freight to keep their quality; regular lotus seed, red bean and shelf-stable mooncakes hold up better in transit.

Chilled mooncakes

Maxim lava custard is a popular Hong Kong item.
The Peninsula is a premium gift choice.
Taipan is a mid-range option.
Hotel mooncakes are often limited.

Shelf-stable mooncakes

Wing Wah lotus seed is a classic.
Maxim traditional mooncakes are easy to buy.
Hang Heung is a budget option.

Shipping notes

Use 5-7 day air for lava custard.
Refrigerate immediately on arrival.
Use sea freight for shelf-stable boxes.
Order 3-4 weeks before Mid-Autumn.

4. Meat Product Ban

Many Hong Kong and Macau gifts contain meat, sausage, or ham filling. Always check ingredients first.

Do not ship

Pork jerky, beef jerky, meat floss.
Chinese sausage and cured meat.
Ham or meat floss mooncakes.
Barbecue pork pastries and roast meat packs.
Rice dumplings or cakes with meat.

Safer choices

Almond cakes, egg rolls, phoenix rolls.
Lotus seed, custard, and bean paste mooncakes.
Jenny Bakery cookies.
Milk tea sachets and tea bags.
Processed snacks without meat.

Meat products may be destroyed or returned, and fees can be charged to the receiver. Check ingredient lists before ordering.

5. Lukfook / Chow Tai Fook Jewelry

Hong Kong offers a wide selection of gold jewelry and labor fees are often lower, but before shipping to Taiwan, confirm whether the carrier accepts precious metals and how the customs declaration will be filed — HowBridge always handles gold jewelry and jewelry through a formal customs declaration, never a simplified express declaration.

Brand	Founded	Positioning	HK ref.	Taiwan ref.
Chow Tai Fook	1929	Large chain	HKD 1,250-1,400	NT$1,580-1,800
Lukfook	1991	Mass market	HKD 1,200-1,380	NT$1,520-1,750
Chow Sang Sang	1934	Gold / platinum	HKD 1,250-1,400	NT$1,580-1,800
TSL	1971	Mid-range design	HKD 1,180-1,350	NT$1,500-1,700
CHJ Jewellery	1996	Design styles	HKD 1,150-1,280	Not regular

Why buy in Hong Kong

Gold and workmanship can be cheaper.
Wedding and investment styles are broad.
24K gold, platinum, and diamond items are available.
Holiday promotions are common.

Forwarding notes

Gold and platinum: 0% customs duty; pure gold is exempt from business tax, while K-gold is subject to 5%.
Diamonds may mainly involve VAT.
First confirm whether the carrier accepts precious metals.
Gold jewelry and jewelry go through a formal customs declaration and must be declared truthfully regardless of value.

Purchases made while traveling and carried back yourself should be declared under traveler entry rules; if you ship them, HowBridge always uses a formal customs declaration for gold jewelry and jewelry, so keep complete receipts and first confirm the carrier's acceptance scope and liability limit.

6. SOGO / Yata / HKTVmall

Hong Kong SOGO — Department store with many seasonal gifts.
Lane Crawford — Premium brands and limited gift boxes.
Yata — Japanese and Hong Kong food selections.
Online shops — Look for official brand sellers.
HKTVmall — Large marketplace with broad selection.
Lazada Hong Kong — Useful for price comparison.
DFS Galleria — Duty-free and premium gifts.
Macau Venetian — Many bakery counters in one place.
Ruins of St. Paul area — Souvenir street for price comparison.

7. Freight Rates and Taiwan Taxes

The table above is a market reference, not a HowBridge quote — HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse, so the Hong Kong/Macau leg's freight cost depends on whichever carrier you choose. Taiwan-side tax calculations are unaffected and continue to apply as usual.

Item / weight	Sea freight	Air freight	Timing
Almond cakes, 1 box	About NT$120	About NT$280	Sea 14-21 days
Mooncakes, 4 pcs	About NT$220	About NT$520	Air 5-7 days
Jenny Bakery cookies	About NT$150	About NT$380	By route
Chilled lava custard	Not advised	About NT$880-1,200	5-7 days
5kg consolidated food	About NT$680	About NT$1,500	By flight
Valuable jewelry	Not advised	Dedicated Courier	4-7 days

Common tax notes

Biscuits, almond cakes, and mooncakes may have duty plus VAT.
Chocolate and sweets may have higher rates.
Tea often still needs VAT.
Gold jewelry: 0% customs duty; pure gold is exempt from business tax, while K-gold and silver jewelry are subject to 5%; always a formal customs declaration when shipped through HowBridge.
Meat products cannot be shipped.
Tax-free thresholds and inspection rules depend on customs decisions.

8. FAQ

HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse; the answers below are shopping knowledge and explanations of Taiwan import rules only.

Which Macau bakery items are best for shipping to Taiwan?

Almond cakes and egg rolls are best for shelf-stable sea freight. Egg tarts have short shelf life and should use chilled air only.

Which Hong Kong gifts usually save the most?

Jenny Bakery and seasonal mooncakes often show larger gaps. Compare freight, tax, and shelf life before ordering.

Can Hong Kong and Macau souvenirs use sea freight?

Most biscuits, almond cakes, egg rolls, and shelf-stable mooncakes can use sea freight. Lava custard and egg tarts should not.

Can Lukfook or Chow Tai Fook jewelry be forwarded?

Routing it through the Shenzhen warehouse is not recommended. HowBridge has no Hong Kong or Macau warehouse, so you must arrange the Hong Kong/Macau leg yourself, and gold and gold products entering or leaving mainland China are regulated under the People's Bank of China Gold and Gold Products Import and Export Permit, so sending gold to the Shenzhen warehouse and forwarding it to Taiwan usually gets stuck in practice. If you ship to Taiwan yourself, first confirm whether the carrier accepts precious metals, its per-item value limit, and its liability scope. HowBridge always handles gold jewelry and jewelry through a formal customs declaration, never a simplified express declaration, and does not offer declared-value protection (cargo insurance).

What should I check for food imports?

Keep quantity and value reasonable, retain invoices and ingredient details, and check meat, herbal, and chilled items carefully.

Where should I buy Hong Kong and Macau souvenirs?

Compare prices across stores, SOGO, Yata, HKTVmall, and brand websites. You can buy limited-edition items while traveling; if you want to ship them back to Taiwan, you'll need to arrange the Hong Kong/Macau leg yourself, as HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse.

Handle the Hong Kong/Macau Leg Yourself, Get Taiwan Costs Right

HowBridge has not set up a Hong Kong or Macau warehouse, so you'll need to arrange the Hong Kong/Macau transport leg yourself; our China-to-Taiwan consolidated shipping service is available right away. Before you order, add up the Hong Kong/Macau price gap, cross-border shipping cost, and Taiwan import tax together to see how much you're really saving.

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Authority references

This page cites primary government, judicial, and academic sources from HowBridge’s customs reference index (1,171 records). Each item links to its original source.

Reference index data version: 2026-08-16