1. Introduction
Conformity to Standards and Technical Regulations – A Strategic Solution for Legal and Professional Market Access
In the context of deepening economic integration, ensuring that products comply with technical requirements is not only a competitive advantage but also a legal obligation for market circulation. Our conformity certification consulting services provide practical solutions to help businesses comply with legal regulations, improve product quality, and build brand credibility.
2. What is Conformity to Standards and Regulations?
Conformity to Standards (Voluntary Standards Compliance):
This refers to the assessment and confirmation that products, goods, processes, or services meet established standards issued by organizations, industries, national or international bodies (e.g., TCVN, ISO, ASTM, etc.).
Conformity to Technical Regulations (Regulatory Compliance):
This involves the assessment and declaration that products or goods comply with mandatory national technical regulations (QCVN), especially for items listed under government regulatory control.
3. Why Do Businesses Need Conformity Certification Consulting?
- Ensure legal eligibility to distribute products domestically and for export.
- Meet requirements for quality inspection, product testing, and regulatory declaration.
- Improve product quality and enhance trust among customers and business partners.
- Reduce legal risks, avoid administrative penalties, and prevent product recalls.
- Facilitate access to tenders, modern supermarkets, supply chains, and professional distribution networks.
4. What Does Our Conformity Consulting Service Include?
We provide a comprehensive solution package, including:
- Consultation on applicable standards/regulations
- Assessment of whether the product requires mandatory regulatory declaration
- Guidance in selecting appropriate standards (e.g., TCVN, ISO, ASTM...)
- Support in developing technical documentation and declaration dossiers
- Regulatory conformity declaration dossier (as per Circular 28/2012/TT-BKHCN or applicable QCVNs)
- Voluntary conformity to standards dossier (based on voluntary or industry-specific standards)
- Product testing consultation at accredited laboratories
- Connection with certified testing labs (e.g., VILAS, ISO/IEC 17025)
- Registration and submission of conformity declarations to authorities
- Representing clients in working with ministries and relevant departments (e.g., Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Construction...)
- Post-declaration maintenance and monitoring consulting
- Guidance on using conformity marks
- Advice on periodic quality control and monitoring
5. Which Products Require Conformity Certification?
Some common product groups requiring conformity to standards and/or regulations include:
- Construction materials: cement, bricks, steel, glass, paint, etc.
- Electrical and electronic devices: LED lights, switches, sockets, etc.
- Food and food packaging materials
- Children’s toys
- Chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides
- Telecommunication and broadcasting equipment
