Capitalise on the market opportunities in Vietnam
Most products entering the Vietnam market must meet the relevant requirements of the authorities depending on the product scope. Product safety requirements and regulations are put in place to reduce risks, improve quality of life and ensure safety during use.
Regulations and compliance requirements can however pose challenges to companies who are looking to explore new markets. You can ensure that your products successfully meet the Vietnamese standards by working with a market leader, TÜV SÜD.
TÜV SÜD fully understands the local requirements and procedures applicable in Vietnam. You can rely on our expertise and knowledge to help you access key markets efficiently while at the same time, be assured of our objectivity, integrity and professionalism.
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REGULATORY AGENCY
REGULATIONS
On 9 March 2017, Vietnam’s Prime Minister issued Decision No. 04/2017/QD-TTg regulating the list of equipment subject to energy labelling and minimum energy performance within the territory.
Products approved should be labelled appropriately with the Vietnamese Energy Star logo.
GUIDELINES
A local representative is required.
ENERGY LABELLING PROCEDURE
Sample Testing.
Submission of application, test reports and essential documents.
Submission of registration to the Ministry of Industry.
Product labelling.
APPLICABLE PRODUCT CATEGORIES
Group 1: Straight tube fluorescent lamps, compact fluorescent lamps, electronic ballasts and electronic ballasts for fluorescent lights, air conditioners, refrigerators, household washing machines, electric cookers, electric fans, TVs, LED lights and hot water heaters
Group 2: Office equipment including copy machines, computer monitors, printers, commercial refrigerated cabinets and laptops
Group 3: Industrial equipment including distribution transformers and electric motors
Group 4: Transportation vehicles including cars with 9 seats or less, motorcycles and mopeds
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
OUR SERVICES AT A GLANCE
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Vietnamese requirements and obtaining the necessary approval. TÜV SÜD can also support manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
* Waivers may be available for equipment of a size and cost that would make it impractical to transport and install as a sample for testing.
Product categories subject to mandatory type approval include:
Product categories subject to mandatory DoC include:
Product categories subject to standards that may use DoC, or type approval, include:
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
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