Regulation on the labeling of goods to be circulated in the country and of export as well as import goods.

Subject

Food & nutrition

Keyword

Food quality control/food safety Agricultural commodities Beverages Packaging/labelling

Geographical area

Asia, East Asian Seas, South-Eastern Asia

Abstract

This Regulation prescribes rules for the labelling of goods manufactured in Vietnam as well as imported goods. "Goods" here includes raw and processed foodstuffs, and essential commodities. Food and drinks that are ready-packed and are to be consumed within 24 hours shall not be governed by the present Regulations. Chapter II contains provisions relative to the description of contents of goods, their duration, composition, etc. Chapter III concerns state control of labelling, whereas Chapter IV prescribes offences and penalties. (19 articles)

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Decision No. 07/2001/QD-BNN-BVTV on the official registration, the additional registration and the special registration of a number of plant protection drugs permitted for use or limited use in Vietnam.

Legislation | Viet Nam | 2001

Keyword: Pesticides, Registration

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Decree No. 89/2006/ND-CP on labelling of goods.

Legislation | Viet Nam | 2006

Keyword: Packaging/labelling, Beverages, Food additives, Food quality control/food safety, International trade, Animal feed/feedstuffs, Drugs, Animal health, Fertilizers/nutrients, Plant production

Source: FAO, FAOLEX