Mandatory Contents to be Displayed on Goods Labels

Mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels are implemented according to Decree 37/2026/ND-CP. The organization responsible for labeling must ensure the information is truthful, clear, and accurately reflects the nature of the circulated goods. Complying with legal regulations helps enterprises operate stably and protects the legitimate interests of consumers in the market. The following article analyzes in detail the regulations related to the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels.

Company responsibilities when labeling goods

Manufacturing and importing organizations bear the highest legal responsibility for the information listed on their products. Based on Article 41 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP, the responsibilities of enterprises are clearly delineated as follows:

1. Organizations/individuals responsible for labeling goods (including supplementary labels) must ensure truthful, clear, and accurate labeling that reflects the true nature of the goods.
2. For domestically produced goods for domestic circulation, the manufacturing organization/individual is responsible for labeling.
   • If they request another entity to label, the original organization/individual remains responsible.
   • If an entity orders the processing/production of goods according to its requirements and quality standards, the ordering entity is responsible for labeling and its contents. The processing entity labels as requested but is not the responsible party.
3. If exported goods cannot be exported or are returned and then circulated in the domestic market, the entity bringing them into circulation must label them according to Decree 37/2026/ND-CP.
4. Importers must label goods according to regulations on mandatory contents for imported goods under Decree 37/2026/ND-CP.
5. Entities trading goods on e-commerce platforms in Vietnam must:
   • Publicly display all label contents/electronic labels (except unique info like date of manufacture, expiry date, batch number, frame/engine number).
   • Accurately declare/update goods information on the sales system.
   • Ensure goods delivered to consumers have correct labels.
6. E-commerce platform owners must:
   • Ensure traded goods declare full labeling info and publicly display it when posting products.
   • Provide/share minimum data to connect with the National Database on standards, metrology, and quality (including seller info, label data, consumer feedback).
   • Store label data and related info (seller info, e-contracts, invoices, proof of label legality, quality certificates, transaction data) securely for a minimum of 05 years for inspection and dispute resolution.

The mandatory information that must be included on product labels

According to Article 42 Decree 37/2026/ND-CP, the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels includes:

For goods circulating within Vietnam

Must be in Vietnamese and contain:

1. Name of the goods.
2. Name and address of the organization/individual responsible for the goods.
3. Origin of goods (If undetermined, state the place where the final finishing stage was performed).
4. Other mandatory contents according to the nature of each type of goods specified in Appendix I of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP and relevant laws. (Note: If goods belong to multiple groups in Appendix I and are not regulated elsewhere, the responsible entity self-determines the group based on the main use).

For goods imported into Vietnam

During customs clearance, the original label can be in a foreign language or Vietnamese, but must show:

1. Name of the goods.
2. Origin of goods (If undetermined, state the place of the final finishing stage under Clause 3 Article 47; abbreviations of country/territory follow TCVN 7217-1).
3. Full name/abbreviation and address of the foreign manufacturer or responsible entity. (If not on the original label, this must be fully shown in accompanying documents or shipment vouchers).
4. Importers must add a supplementary label in Vietnamese (containing all mandatory contents under Clause 1 Article 42) before circulating goods in the Vietnamese market.

For goods exported from Vietnam

Labeling follows the importing country’s laws, contracts, international treaties, and Clause 2 Article 50 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP. Returned/unexportable goods brought into the domestic market must be relabeled as domestic goods or given supplementary labels as imported goods.

Display information about the venue and the individual responsible for the goods

Based on Article 44 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP:

1. Domestic goods: Name and address of the manufacturer. Members of a corporation/group can use the corporation’s name/address if permitted. For same-brand goods produced at multiple facilities, the responsible entity’s name/address can be used if quality is guaranteed and traceability is ensured. Traditional handicrafts use the artisan/craft village’s name/address.
2. Imported goods: Name/address of the manufacturer AND the importer. If multiple facilities produce a same-brand good, use the brand owner’s name/address (or their commercial presence in Vietnam) if permitted and traceable. Medical devices use the owner’s name/address and the circulation number owner’s name/address (or importer’s info if no circulation number yet).
3. Ordered processing: The ordering entity records its name/address and ensures traceability.
4. Direct sales agents for foreign importers: Name/address of the manufacturer AND the sales agent.
5. Franchised goods: Must additionally record the name/address of the franchisor.
6. Fully assembled goods from various sources: Record the name/address of the final assembler.
7. Simply blended goods from various sources: Record the name/address of the blender.
8. Repackaged/Bottled goods: Must have written permission from the original manufacturer and ensure original quality. Record the name/address of the packager/bottler AND the original manufacturer.

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Long Phan Consulting Company provides product labeling consulting services

Long Phan Consulting Company provides consulting services on the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels for manufacturing and importing enterprises. We support clients in controlling risks and ensuring compliance with labeling regulations during operation. We structure our support into the following key areas:

• Verify and review the legality of the current product label design in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• We provide consulting services to determine the correct way to label the origin of goods, especially for products with complex supply chains or multiple processing stages.
• Drafting supplementary labels for imported goods, ensuring that all mandatory information fields are included for each specific product group.
• Instructions for presenting information about the organization, individual responsible, and production location correctly, without abbreviations.
• We represent our clients in working with authorities during inspections and audits regarding product labeling and quality.

Collaborating with Long Phan Consulting Company helps businesses shorten the time required to prepare product registration documents. We are committed to providing safe solutions, allowing our clients to focus on their production and business activities with peace of mind. Our deep understanding of product labeling regulations is the foundation for us to best protect our clients’ interests.

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Some frequently asked questions about the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels

Below are some frequently asked questions regarding the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels. Please refer to them:

What technical information must be displayed on the original label of imported goods at the border? 

At the time of customs clearance, the original label of the goods must physically display the following identifying information in Vietnamese or a foreign language: product name; origin of goods; name or abbreviation of the manufacturing organization or the organization/individual responsible for the goods abroad. If the original label does not fully show the name and address of the foreign manufacturing organization, this data must be fully shown in the documents accompanying the goods.

(Legal basis: Clause 2, Article 42 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP)

How should the address information be recorded for goods sold under a franchise agreement? 

For products manufactured under a franchise agreement, in addition to listing the name and address of the directly responsible organization (the franchisee), businesses are required to also list the name and address of the franchisor. This regulation ensures transparency in franchise relationships and protects consumer rights in identifying the entity that actually controls product quality.

(Legal basis: Clause 5, Article 44 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP)

What labeling obligations do organizations that assemble, package, or bottle products have? 

Product labels must clearly display the full name and address of the entity performing the complete assembly, mixing, or packaging and bottling of the product. Specifically for repackaging and bottling, the business must obtain written permission from the original manufacturer, and the label must include the name and address of both the packaging unit and the manufacturing unit.

(Legal basis: Clauses 6, 7 and 8 of Article 44 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP)

Which country’s legal system regulates the labeling of exported goods?

The content on export product labels is determined by agreement between the exporting organization or individual and the importing entity, but must ensure that it does not misrepresent the nature of the goods, violate Vietnamese law, or the laws of the importing country. Furthermore, product labels must not display images or content related to sovereignty disputes or other sensitive content that could affect Vietnam’s security, politics, economy, society, diplomatic relations, or national customs and traditions.

If a business wishes to indicate the origin of goods on export labels, this information must strictly comply with regulations on determining origin:

• Organizations and individuals producing or importing goods shall determine and declare the origin of their goods themselves, ensuring honesty, accuracy, and compliance with legal regulations on the origin of imported goods, goods produced in Vietnam, or international commitments to which Vietnam is a party.
• The origin of goods indicated on the label is expressed by one of the following phrases: “manufactured in”; “made in”; “country of manufacture”; “origin”; “produced by”; “product of” or “Origin”; “Made in”; “Produced in”; “Product of” followed by the name of the country or territory where the goods were produced, or as stipulated by law on the origin of goods.
• In cases where the origin of goods cannot be determined according to the provisions of Clause 1 of this Article, the place where the final stage of finishing the goods is performed shall be indicated. This shall be expressed using one or a combination of phrases indicating the finishing stage of the goods as follows: “assembled in”; “bottled in”; “blended in”; “finished in”; “packaged in”; “labeled in” or “Assembled in”, “Finished in”, or “Assembled by”, followed by the name of the country or territory where the final stage of finishing the goods is performed.

(Legal basis: Clause 3, Article 42 and Article 47 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP)

What principles must importing organizations adhere to when implementing Vietnamese-language supplementary labeling?

When importing goods are put into circulation, the importing entity is obligated to add a supplementary label in Vietnamese, but must maintain the original label in its original form. The content on the supplementary label must ensure that it does not obscure or confuse the mandatory information on the original label. In particular, the new Decree allows the use of electronic supplementary labels, but they must include a code (such as a QR code) on the physical label for consumers to access.

(Legal basis: Article 40 of Decree 37/2026/ND-CP)

Conclusion

Correctly implementing the mandatory contents to be displayed on goods labels ensures legal safety for your business. Long Phan Consulting Company is ready to help resolve labeling issues and avoid penalties.

Contact us via Hotline 1900636389 for direct advice from experts.