Certificate of Eligibility for LPG Bottle Manufacturing and Repair

The Certificate of Eligibility for LPG Bottle Manufacturing and Repair is a mandatory procedure to ensure that the production and maintenance of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) bottles are conducted safely, in compliance with technical standards and legal regulations. Obtaining this certificate not only helps enterprises affirm their capacity and reputation in the LPG business sector but also contributes to protecting consumer safety, mitigating fire and explosion risks, and enhancing state management efficiency in the energy industry.

Conditions for Grant of the Certificate of Eligibility for Manufacturing and Repair of LPG Cylinders

To be granted the Certificate of Eligibility for LPG Bottle Manufacturing and Repair, clients must fully meet the legal conditions under Article 14 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP as follows:

1. Legal Status The entity conducting manufacturing and repair activities must be a trader (enterprise, cooperative, etc.) established in accordance with Vietnamese law, with appropriate business registration.
2. Processes and Technical Documentation The manufacturing and repair facility must develop and issue a complete internal document system, including:

• Regulations on labor safety and operation.
• Manufacturing technology processes (for production) and repair processes (for repair).
• Strict product quality inspection and control processes at each stage.

3. Facilities and Inspection Equipment The equipment system for inspecting the safety and quality of LPG bottles after manufacture or repair must be inspected or calibrated according to regulations. The mandatory equipment list includes:

• Pressure testing system (minimum pressure of 3 MPa).
• Gas tightness testing system.
• Non-destructive testing (NDT) equipment.
• Equipment for testing mechanical properties of bottle materials.
• Weighing equipment (Scales).
• Torque measurement equipment.
• Burst testing equipment.
• Volumetric expansion testing equipment.

4. Fire Prevention and Fighting (FPF) Conditions The facility must strictly meet FPF conditions under current laws (having a Certificate of Approval or Acceptance Minutes on FPF from the competent Police agency).

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Based on Clause 2, Article 16 of Decree 146/2025/ND-CP amending Clause 1, Article 44 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP, the Provincial-level People’s Committee where the enterprise locates its factory or repair workshop is the competent authority to issue, re-issue, adjust, and revoke the Certificate of Eligibility for LPG Bottle Manufacturing and Repair. This helps reduce the load on central agencies and facilitates on-site supervision.

Dossier for Application for the Grant of the Certificate of Eligibility for Manufacturing and Repair of LPG Cylinders

According to Article 41 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP, the dossier includes:

• Request form for the Certificate (Form No. 10 in the Appendix of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP).
• Copy of Enterprise/Cooperative/Household Business Registration Certificate.
• List of equipment serving LPG bottle inspection.
• List of processes for LPG bottle manufacturing safety and repair.
• Manufacturing process of a typical LPG bottle (including strength calculations).
• Process for inspecting bottle quality after manufacture or repair.
• Copy of the Inspection Result Certificate for safety testing equipment or calibration certificate according to measurement laws.
• Documents proving compliance with FPF conditions.

Procedure for Granting the Certificate of Eligibility for Manufacturing and Repair of LPG Cylinders

The procedure follows Article 43 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP, comprising 03 main steps:

Step 1: Submission Traders submit 01 complete dossier to the competent state agency (Department of Industry and Trade or Public Administration Center) via direct submission, post, or online. If the dossier is invalid, the agency will request amendments in writing.

Step 2: Appraisal & Physical Inspection Within 15 working days from receiving a valid dossier, the competent authority appraises the content and establishes an inspection team to physically evaluate facilities and processes. If requirements are met, the Certificate is issued; otherwise, a written refusal with reasons is provided.

Step 3: Validity & Fees The Certificate is valid for 10 years from the date of new issuance. Traders must pay appraisal fees according to Ministry of Finance regulations to receive the Certificate.

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Consulting Services for the Grant of the Certificate of Eligibility for Manufacturing and Repair of LPG Cylinders at Long Phan Consulting

Long Phan Consulting Company provides comprehensive solutions to resolve legal and technical obstacles in applying for gas business licenses. We understand the complexity of technical regulations (QCVN) and strict safety requirements.

Our services include:

• Consulting & Technical Dossier Perfection:
  • Surveying facilities, assessing technology lines, and advising on correcting factory/FPF deficiencies.
  • Drafting and standardizing dossiers, building safety processes, manufacturing/repair processes, and strength calculations.
  • Ensuring technical dossier accuracy to minimize amendments.
• Representation:
  • Working directly with the Department of Industry and Trade and Provincial People’s Committee.
  • Tracking progress and explaining issues to handling specialists.
  • Supporting enterprises during physical appraisals and explaining technical matters on-site.
• Post-Licensing Support:
  • Advising on maintaining safety/FPF conditions and periodic reporting.
  • Supporting license renewal and representation during inspections.

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Common Inquiries

Is a Certificate issued by the Ministry of Industry and Trade before Decree 146/2025/ND-CP still valid?

According to Clause 2, Article 16 of Decree 146/2025/ND-CP, Certificates issued by the Ministry before the effective date remain valid until their expiration. Upon expiration or modification needs, traders must perform procedures at the Provincial People’s Committee under the new authority.

What is the procedure if moving the production facility to another province?

According to Article 43 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP, traders must apply for a new Certificate at the Provincial People’s Committee of the new location. The old Certificate ceases to be valid for the new location.

What is the minimum lease term for workshops/equipment?

According to Clause 2, Article 10 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP, traders must own or sign a lease contract for workshops and equipment with a minimum term of 01 year.

Which agency has the authority to revoke the Certificate?

According to Clause 2, Article 16 of Decree 146/2025/ND-CP, the Provincial People’s Committee is the competent authority to revoke Certificates it issued or those previously issued by central agencies (in case of authority transfer).

When is the Certificate revoked?

According to Clause 6, Article 43 of Decree 87/2018/ND-CP: Termination of operations (dissolution, bankruptcy); Fraud in application; Failure to meet conditions in Article 10; or Illegal leasing/borrowing of the Certificate.

Conclusion

Obtaining the Certificate of Eligibility for LPG Bottle Manufacturing and Repair establishes the legality of gas business facilities. Compliance with Decree 87/2018/ND-CP (amended by Decree 146/2025/ND-CP) ensures sustainable operation. Long Phan Consulting Company commits to providing effective legal solutions. Contact Hotline 1900 63 63 89 for in-depth support.