Vietnam: Vietnam Tightens Origin-Labeling Requirements for Customs Clearance

The Government of Vietnam issued Decree 37/2026, effective January 23, 2026, providing guidance on implementing the Amended Law on Quality of Goods and Products. Chapter V of the decree specifies labeling requirements. Notably, Decree 37/2026 consolidates labeling requirements previously outlined in Decree 43/2017 and Decree 111/2021, while tightening origin-labeling requirements for imported goods, including foods and agricultural products. Specifically, the decree requires that the original physical label affixed to goods display origin information for customs inspection and clearance.