Regulatory Briefing
Vietnam is transitioning from a law-driven, list/schedule model under the Law on Chemicals (2007) and Decree No. 113/2017/ND-CP toward a more inventory-focused framework anchored by the National Chemical Inventory (NCI) and expanded import controls [157, 158].
News
Vietnam Introduces Digital Identification and Traceability for Specially Controlled Chemicals
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has introduced an electronic identification and traceability framework for chemicals requiring special control. Circular No. 154/2026/TT-BCA became effective on 4 September 2026. The Circular supports...
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Vietnam Advances Proposed Amendments to Environmental Protection Law
Vietnam’s National Assembly Standing Committee reviewed the Government’s draft amendments to the Law on Environmental Protection on 22 September 2026. The proposal follows a five-year review of the 2020 Law...
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