Vietnam Cosmetic Product Notification – DAS

Vietnam offers a growing cosmetics market, but strict regulatory oversight is enforced by the Drug Administration of Vietnam (DAS). This guide covers the notification requirements, procedural steps, and compliance measures necessary for businesses to legally market cosmetic products in Vietnam.

Understanding ASEAN Cosmetic Regulations

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) introduced the ASEAN Harmonised Cosmetic Regulatory Scheme (AHCRS) to ensure consistent safety and quality standards across its 11 member states: Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Brunei, and Timor-Leste.

Since the full implementation of the ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD) in 2008, cosmetic products manufactured or sold in one ASEAN country can be marketed across other member states, provided they meet local notification requirements. However, businesses must still complete separate notifications for each country to comply with local regulations.

Vietnam Regulatory Documents on Cosmetic Product Notification

Document Title	Implementation Date
ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD)	January 1, 2008
Consolidated Document No. 7/VBHN-BYT: Consolidation of Circulars (Circular 06/2011/TT-BYT and Circular 29/2020/TT-BYT) on Cosmetic Management	March 16, 2021
Decision No. 1609/QLD-MP: Guidance on Cosmetic Classification and Announcement of Cosmetic Characteristics	February 10, 2012
Decree No. 69/2018/ND-CP: Guidelines for the Law on Foreign Trade Management	May 15, 2018
Decree No. 155/2018/ND-CP: Amendments to Articles Related to Business Conditions under State Management by the Ministry of Health	November 12, 2018

Competent Authority in Vietnam

The Ministry of Health (MoH) is in charge of formulating and issuing the major cosmetic regulations in Vietnam.

The Drug Administration of Vietnam (DAV) under the MoH is responsible for issuing specific enforcement rules and measures, processing notifications, and conducting post-market surveillance.

Who Can Apply for a Cosmetic Notification in Vietnam?

According to the Vietnam cosmetic regulations, only a company in the territory of Vietnam can apply for notification with the DAV and place the products in the market.

In such a case, exporters can choose to set up a subsidiary, find a reliable and experienced local distributor, or a third-party consulting company.

Cosmetics Notification Process in Vietnam

Step 1: Formula and Packaging Review

Ensure the product’s formula and packaging comply with Vietnam’s regulatory standards.

Step 2: Preparation of Vietnamese Labeling

Labels must include usage instructions, notification entity, and precautions in Vietnamese.

Step 3: Apply for NSW Account

Before accessing the NSW (National Single Window) system, the NSW company account should be applied.

Step 4: Online Submission and Payment

Submit all required documents through the NSW. The notification dossier will be delivered to the DAV for review. During this time the applicant should also pay for the administration fee. The notification fee is 21 USD for each product.

Step 5: Notification Approval:

It takes the DAV around 1 month to review the notification dossier. If the DAV confirms the dossier is valid and completed, the DAV will issue the notification receipt number. The receipt number is valid for 5 years.

Notification Completion Time: 2–3 months.

Documents Required for Vietnam Cosmetic Notification

Brand and Product Name
Product Type (e.g., skincare, haircare, makeup)
Intended Usage
Manufacturer/importer/packaging company/notification applicant Information
Country of Origin
Certificate of Free Sale (CFS): in English or Vietnamese
Complete Ingredient List
Letter of Authorization (LoA): issued by the brand owner to notification applicant, in English or Vietnamese, must be a notarized copy and legalized by the consulate

Note: Usage instructions, notification entity, and precautions on the label must be written in Vietnamese to meet regulatory standards.

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How REACH24H Can Help

At REACH24H, we specialize in ensuring cosmetic products meet Vietnam’s regulatory standards. Our comprehensive services include:

Review of banned/restricted cosmetic ingredients specific to Vietnam regulations
Formula and labeling compliance review
Preparation and submission of required documentation, including Vietnamese labeling
Assistance with online notification submission via the DAV portal
Regular updates and alerts on Vietnam’s cosmetic regulatory changes

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