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Vietnam’s Regulatory Landscape: Understanding Compliance Monitoring Solutions

As businesses expand their operations in Vietnam, navigating the country’s complex regulatory environment has become increasingly crucial. With a plethora of product categories and technical regulations to comply with, companies must ensure they are meeting the necessary standards for safety, quality, and environmental impact.

The Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) plays a vital role in overseeing compliance regulations, with various technical regulations and standards established to govern different product categories. Adherence to Vietnamese National Technical Regulations is essential for many products, which often involves obtaining certification or approval.

Vietnam’s Standardization System

Vietnam’s standardization system is comprised of over 9,500 national standards, known as TCVN in the Vietnamese language. The Directorate for Standards, Metrology, and Quality (STAMEQ), operating under the Ministry of Science and Technology, is responsible for this system.

  • A significant portion of national standards has been developed by adopting relevant international and regional standards, promoting harmonization and facilitating international trade.

Compliance with Technical Regulations

For manufacturers or importers dealing with specific electrical/electronic household appliances, it is imperative that their products undergo the CR mark certification process, focusing on EMC and safety requirements. Registration with the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) is mandatory to gain access to the Vietnamese market. Testing must be carried out at a laboratory designated or recognized by the MOST.

CR Mark Certification

To qualify for the CR mark and be eligible for sale in Vietnam, products must adhere to the specifications outlined in:

  • Vietnamese National Technical Regulations QCVN 4:2009/BKHCN + A1:2016 (Safety for household appliances and electric cables)
  • QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN + A1:2016 (EMC for household appliances and electric cables)
  • Circular 04/2023/TB-BTTTT

List of Potentially Unsafe Products

The Ministry of Transport has issued a list of potentially unsafe products, including:

  • 194 types
    • Road transport means
    • Spare parts
    • Offshore oil and gas exploration and production facilities
    • Marine field
    • Domestic waterway means
    • Domestic water infrastructure
    • Railway sector
    • Industrial products used in transportation and exploration

ICT Radio Type Approval

To gain entry into the Vietnamese market as a manufacturer or importer of ‘Information and Communications Technology (ICT) products,’ it is imperative to undergo the ICT testing and approval process while also registering with the Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC). The testing procedure must be conducted either in locally designated laboratories or in laboratories recognized by partner countries.

Conclusion

Navigating Vietnam’s complex regulatory environment requires a deep understanding of the country’s technical regulations and standards. Companies must ensure they are meeting the necessary requirements for safety, quality, and environmental impact to gain access to the Vietnamese market. By partnering with compliance experts, companies can minimize risks and ensure successful market entry.

Contact Information

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