Industry professionals understand that failed food standard declarations are rarely caused by paperwork — they stem from how the standards are developed from the very beginning.
Since Decree 46/2024/ND-CP came into effect, requirements for establishing applicable standards and preparing dossiers for imported food product declarations have become significantly more stringent. Many businesses do not encounter difficulties with documentation itself — but with how the standards are structured.
Importers commonly face familiar situations:
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The manufacturer provides a spec sheet that does not comply with Vietnamese regulations.
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Testing parameters are selected according to EU/US standards but do not align with Vietnam’s QCVN.
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Insufficient scientific basis when setting safety limits → resulting in requests for clarification.
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Technical dossiers are formally correct but do not align with the regulator’s review logic.
And the consequences:
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Applications are put on hold due to repeated requests for supplementation.
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Product samples must be re-tested → delaying the import timeline.
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Additional costs increase while the declaration number is still not issued.
In reality, building applicable standards is a strategic task:
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Correct product classification from the start (functional foods, processed foods, dietary supplements, etc.)
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Mapping international standards to Vietnam’s QCVN system
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Selecting sufficient and relevant testing parameters aligned with review focus
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Designing dossiers based on the regulatory authority’s assessment mindset
Kepler Logistics does more than prepare documentation — we help you strategically design product standards so your application moves through approval as efficiently as possible.
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Extensive hands-on experience across multiple imported product categories
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Shortened customs clearance timelines
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Reduced post-inspection risks
If you have ever had your application rejected due to “technical logic gaps,” you understand the value of building standards correctly from the outset.
Contact us directly via Zalo: 0915488383 – Ms. Hien
