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Customs clearance by country

  • step1Preparation of Import Requirement

    Vietnam Food Safety Authority (VFDA)

    • Food registration.
    • Obtain import permits.
    • Quarantine required for plant-based and animal-based products.

    Review of General Food Standards + Hygiene Standards

    • Preparation of raw materials and content, manufacturing process, and ingredient analysis.
    • Review of food additive standards (check for compliance with limits)

    * Standards and regulations frequently change.

  • step2Review of FTA Agreement Application

    Preparation of FTA Certificate of Origin

    • Review of FTA agreement benefits (high benefit)
    • Request FTA Certificate of Origin from the exporter

    * Additional review required if RCEP Certificate of Origin is needed.

  • step3Labeling Review

    Compliance with Food Labeling Standards (Vietnamese label)

    • Mandatory Labeling Information, Nutrition Facts, Calorie Information
    • Confirmation of Warning Phrases for Allergens
  • step4Preparation of Documents Before Arrival

    Import Food Inspection Submission Documents

    • Certificate of Free Sale, Manufacturing Process Diagram, Quarantine Certificate (Sanitary Certificate), List of Ingredients and Contents
    • ISO 17025 Certificate or HACCP Certificate

    Import Customs Submission Documents

    • Invoice, Packing List, B/L (Bill of Lading), FTA Certificate of Origin
  • step5Imported Food Inspection

    Vietnam Food Safety Authority (VFDA)

    • Document Review (Review of Submitted Documents)
    • On-site Inspection (Sampling Inspection)
  • step6Import Customs Clearance

    Vietnam Customs

    • Submission of Import Declaration and Tax Payment
    • Application of FTA Agreement Tariff Rates
  • step7Goods Release

    After Customs Clearance, Release of Goods

    • Inland Transportation