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Best 10 products to Import from Vietnam

Vietnam is a giant wholesaler, a country where you can find everything you want at unbeatable prices. That’s the reason, so many retailers are sourcing their products from Vietnam manufacturers, it’s easier to generate profit from cheap items bought.

As sourcing experts, we know that finding a good product that you can flip could be hard. To assist you with this critical step, we looked for popular products you can easily resell for a profit.

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List of forbidden items you can’t import in Vietnam

List of forbidden items you can’t import in Vietnam

As with everywhere in the world, Vietnam has a lot of laws and restrictions concerning the import of items. This article is gonna inform shippers about these laws, starting with the ease of importing laws in Vietnam in general, then with the list of forbidden items, starting with general items you shouldn’t bring to Vietnam, and dangerous goods. The second part will deal with goods that require the trading company to obtain import and export permits from the government and then with general information regarding trade barriers. The third part is about the regulations concerning Vietnam.

Docshipper advice : If you want to avoid the time-waste and long process of researching the import laws in Vietnam, then come to DocShipper as we will take care of all these tedious tasks. This is one of our main missions, as our slogan says”Time is money. We save you both". If you are interested fill out this form on our website.

Do I need a permit to import in Vietnam?

Vietnam does not require a company to have a separate import or export license to engage in import and export activities in the country and the most common entity for investors looking to engage in import and export activities is to establish a trading company.

The list of forbidden items

Finally,here is the list of forbidden items you should not import in Vietnam. For the sake of organization, we are gonna divide these items into two categories, the first one being general items you should not bring to Vietnam like sky lanterns and assorted devices causing interference to vehicle speedometers. The second category is about dangerous goods like weaponry and ammunition. And aside from those two categories, we are gonna mention the goods that require export permits from the government.

General items you shouldn’t bring to Vietnam

These items are ones that you are not allowed to  import in Vietnam but are not dangerous or potentially harmful in any way.

  • Assorted fireworks (excluding signal fires used for navigational safety under the guidance of the Ministry of Transport)
  • Sky lanterns
  • Assorted devices causing interference to vehicle speedometers
  • Used consumer goods
  • Assorted publications banned from dissemination and circulation in Vietnam
  • Postage stamps banned from trading, exchange,Display and dissemination in accordance with the Law on Post
  • Radio equipment and radio-wave appliances which do not comply with radio frequency master plansimport Vietnam forbidden items

Dangerous Goods

These are the dangerous and potentially harmful goods (items like weaponry and explosives) that you are not allowed to import in Vietnam.

-Weaponry
-Ammunition
-Explosive( with the exception of industrial explosives)
-Assorted fireworks (excluding signal fires used for navigational safety under the guidance of the Ministry of Transport)

Docshipper factIt is important to note that not all freight forwarders can ship dangerous goods. But as always, Docshipper is here for you. We inform you that we have the required permissions to take care of it without any problem.If you are interested fill out this form on our website.

Goods that require export permits from the government

⇒These are goods that you are allowed to import but require export permits from the government, like for instance certain goods require the trading company to obtain import and export permits from the government, as per Appendix II of Decree 187/2013/ND-CP, such as goods that are subject to export control in accordance with international treaties to which Vietnam is a contracting party and goods exported within quotas set by foreign countries.

Certain goods require the trading company to obtain import and export permits from the government, as per Appendix II of Decree 187/2013/ND-CP. These include:
-Goods subject to export control in accordance with international treaties to which Vietnam is a contracting party;
-Goods exported within quotas set by foreign countries;
-Goods subject to import control in accordance with international treaties to which Vietnam is a contracting party; and
-Chemicals, explosive pre-substances and industrial explosives.

Fact : According to the website trade.gov, Vietnam eliminated many non-tariff barriers under an agreement between the country and the United States in 2001, called the United States-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). Nonetheless, many other non-tariff barriers remain in place.

Can I bring a pet to Vietnam?

Yes, it is legal to bring a pet to Vietnam, but you must follow certain regulationscat Vietnam cat vaccination rule

Vaccinations

Pets must be vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to entering the country. Vietnam does not recognize the 3 year rabies vaccine.
Dogs must be vaccinated for the following diseases: Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parvovirus and Para influenza.
Cats must be vaccinated for the following diseases: Feline panleukopenia (distemper), Viral rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Leukemia.

Health certificate

A health certificate for Vietnam for endorsement by the USDA or the CFIA by a veterinarian accredited by either one of these institutions if traveling from the United States or Canada. If you are not traveling from either of these countries, the governing authority of your country responsible for the import and export of animals should endorse the forms. The health certificate is valid for a week after endorsement.

Do I need a pet Microchip? Vietnam does not require that your pet be identified with a pet microchip, but it is recommended you microchip your pet and register your contact information prior to traveling as a means of identification should your pet be lost or separated from you.

Do I need an Import permit for my pet? An import permit is only required when importing 3 or more pets to Vietnam.

Tapeworm Treatment: A licensed veterinarian should administer a ticks and tapeworm treatment between 5 and 7 days prior to entering Vietnam.

Interesting information : If you are worried about the relocation of your beloved pet from your country to Vietnam, we are glad to let you know that Docshipper offers to take care of this task with an affordable price. For more information, read the section “Bring your pets to Vietnam” of this article.

Things you should know about when moving with your pet by Air

Pets may board the aircraft as cabin baggage or air cargo. Just one pet is allowed per passport. Notify the quarantine division as soon as possible following your arrival, but no later than 24 hours. If possible, avoid arriving after 3:00 PM, on weekends, or on holidays.dog Vietnam
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Restricted animals in Vietnam

The entry of birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals like mice and rabbits is not subject to restrictions but requires a health certificate. Pet owners are strongly urged to contact the competent authority in their country and/or the country of their destination for more information.

 Additional permits you need to check

Verify that your pet is not protected under the convention on the international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and flora if it is not a dog, cat, ferret, and especially if it is a turtle or parrot (CITES). If so, you will have to submit additional permit applications. Participating and enforcing CITES rules are more than 180 nations.

How to get through Vietnamese customs?

⇒It is important to know how to get through Vietnamese customs. This section will be divided into two parts, firstly import regulations and then export regulations.

Import regulations

Depending on the kind of imported goods, the authorities could require the following documents:
-Declaration form
-Bill of lading
-Certificate of origin
-Import permit of restricted goods
-Commercial invoice
-Report of inspection
-Cargo release order
-Delivery order
-Packing list
-Health and technical certificate
-Terminal handling receipts

Export regulations

-Electronic Declaration form
-Bill of lading
-Certificate of origin
-Permit of export
-Contract/agreement
-Commercial invoice
-Packing list
-Health and technical certificate
-Terminal handling receipts

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  • Having trouble finding the appropriate product? Enjoy our sourcing services, we directly find the right suppliers for you!
  • You don't trust your supplier? Ask our experts to do quality control to guarantee the condition of your goods!
  • Do you need help with the logistics? Our international freight department supports you with door to door services!
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Due to our attractive pricing, many customers trust our services and we thanks them. Stop overpaying the services and save money with our tailored package matching will all type of shipment, from small volume to full container, let us find the best and cost-effective solution.

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Vietnam to take UK's place in the U.S's Top Trading Partners

Vietnam to take UK’s place in the U.S’s Top Trading Partners

For more than 20 years, the top seven U.S. trading partners in goods have remained the same: Canada, Mexico, China, Japan, Germany, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. But with the U.K.'s share slipping to 2.6 percent in the first 10 months of 2022 and Vietnam's share rising to 2.7 percent, seventh place could now belong to Vietnam.

The United States and Vietnam established diplomatic relations in 1995, and since then, trade between the two countries has grown significantly. This growth has been facilitated by a number of factors, including the signing of trade agreements, including the U.S.-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement in 2001 and the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), which aims to promote economic development and increase trade between the two countries. Vietnam is now the 10th largest trading partner of the United States, with two-way trade totaling over $120 billion in 2021.

The United States imports a variety of goods from Vietnam, including textiles, clothing, footwear, furniture, and electronics. It also exports a range of products to Vietnam, including machinery, aircraft, and agricultural products.

Meanwhile, between the pandemic and Brexit, the U.K. economy has been through a tumultuous few years and the outlook for 2023 doesn’t look to improve any time soon.

Source: Bloomberg

Note: FNM Vietnam is your supply chain management partner, helping small and medium-sized businesses and individuals like you to safely purchase and import products from Asia. We help you find a reliable manufacturer or wholesaler, negotiate the price, and ensure the smooth transportation of your order internationally.

To contact us, please fill out the form or get immediate answers to your questions by calling our experts.

Adivce FNM :We help you with the entire sourcing process so don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions !

  • Having trouble finding the appropriate product? Enjoy our sourcing services, we directly find the right suppliers for you!
  • You don't trust your supplier? Ask our experts to do quality control to guarantee the condition of your goods!
  • Do you need help with the logistics? Our international freight department supports you with door to door services!
  • You don't want to handle distribution? Our 3PL department will handle the storage, order fulfillment, and last-mile delivery!

 

DocShipper | Your dedicated freight forwarder in Vietnam !

 

Due to our attractive pricing, many customers trust our services and we thanks them. Stop overpaying the services and save money with our tailored package matching will all type of shipment, from small volume to full container, let us find the best and cost-effective solution.

Communication is important, which is why we strive to discuss in the most suitable way for you!

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In comparison to the average for Thailand's neighbors in East Asia and the Pacific, the World Bank reports that import and export times and prices are much lower in Thailand. The implementation of a customs system that is available on the web in recent years has considerably streamlined import/export operations. A number of processes, including the granting of permits and the payment of customs and taxes, have been totally dematerialized and are now done online.

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There have been a few basic steps of inventory management that occupies, purchasing inventory, storing inventory, profiting from inventory. Inventory can be the best asset for any company. Too little inventory creates dissatisfaction among customers, whereas, broad inventories create liabilities and multiple risks.

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The main obstacle to sourcing a supplier in Vietnam is the fragmented business environment. Despite having the third-fastest economic growth in the world, Vietnam is nonetheless going through some growing pains.

When looking for a supplier, it can occasionally feel like the Wild West, and getting information without being there in person can be difficult.

Despite this, you can still get assistance from a number of sources. The finest strategies to find a supplier in Vietnam are gathered in this guide.

If you are looking to import products from Vietnam, but you have some apprehension regarding the supplier, this article will help you !

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But how to extract intelligence from a logistics network to make the most out of it? This is where supply chain analytics software comes into play. This solution allows enterprises to improve the entire supply chain by receiving valuable insights.

This post will reveal the essence of the supply chain, its opportunities for businesses, use cases, and analytics software implementation steps.

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