Vietnam Vietnam Issues Guidance for Export‑Processing Enterprises on Permits for the Import and Export of Specially Managed Chemicals

Vietnam Issues Guidance for Export‑Processing Enterprises on Permits for the Import and Export of Specially Managed Chemicals

On February 14, 2026, Vietnam’s Chemical Agency of the Ministry of Industry and Trade issued Official Letter No. 285/HCQLHC to withdrew the previously issued Official Letter No. 239/HC‑QLHC. Official Letter No. 239/HCQLHC had provided guidance for enterprises located in exportprocessing zones (EPZs) regarding documentation required for applying for import permits for specially managed chemicals.

Author / Responsibility

AOKI Kenji

Senior Consultant, EnviX Ltd.
General Director, E&H Consulting Co., Ltd.

Business Performance

Expertise in EHS (environment, health and safety) consulting in ASEAN region.
- Environmental regulations updating
- Chemical regulations consulting

Background

MSc in Earth Science, The University of Tokyo

AOKI Kenji