Guide to Construction Material Conformity

Construction material conformity declaration is a critical step for improving the quality and reputation of Vietnam’s construction industry. This process controls product quality, builds consumer trust, and promotes fair competition among enterprises. This Long Phan Consulting Company guide provides essential information and the latest regulations for this procedure.

Is Construction Material Conformity Mandatory?

Per Subsection 3.2.1, Section 3.2, Part 3 of QCVN 16:2023/BXD, the declaration of conformity is mandatory for construction material products manufactured domestically. This regulation applies to all construction materials produced in Vietnam.

These products must be declared at the local inspection agency where the business is registered. The declaration is based on the certification results from a certification organization that is registered or recognized under current law.

This rule ensures all construction materials undergo rigorous quality assessment before market release, enhancing construction quality and protecting consumer rights.

Factors to Ensure for Construction Material Conformity

Based on Section 1.4, Part 1 of QCVN 16:2023/BXD, organizations and individuals involved in production, import, or trade must ensure the following factors:

• Products must not cause safety issues during transport, storage, preservation, and use. Domestically produced goods circulating on the market must have a certificate of conformity and a notice of receipt of the declaration dossier from the local inspection agency. Imported goods must have a Certificate of Conformity.
• Organizations and individuals must accurately declare the product type according to the product list in Table 1, Part 2 of this Regulation. If the product type is unclear, relevant parties must coordinate with a certification organization or testing organization to perform product identification.
• Domestic and imported construction materials specified in Table 1, Part 2 of this Regulation are subject to a management measure based on the certification results from a registered or recognized certification organization.
• The conformity mark (CR mark) must be used directly on the product, packaging, or label, or in the quality certificate or technical documents, following the regulations on conformity marks in Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN and Appendix IX of Circular No. 26/2019/TT-BKHCN.

Procedure for Construction Material Conformity Declaration

Dossier Components

Based on Subsection 3.2.2, Section 3.2, Part 3 of QCVN 16:2023/BXD and Clause 1, Article 14 of Circular 28/2012/TT-BKHCN (amended by Clause 4, Article 1 of Circular 02/2017/TT-BKHCN and Clause 4, Article 19 of Circular 06/2020/TT-BKHCN).

First, for a declaration based on the self-assessment results of the organization or individual, the dossier includes:

• A declaration of conformity (Form No. 2 CBHC/HQ in Appendix III, Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN).
• A self-assessment report containing:
  • Name, address, phone, and fax of the organization/individual.
  • Name of the product/goods, manufacturer.
  • Number of the national technical regulation.
  • Test results consistent with the national technical regulation from a qualified testing organization for Group 2 products.
  • A conclusion that the product/goods conform to the national technical regulation.
  • A commitment that the product/goods quality conforms to the national technical regulation and applied standards, and a statement of full legal responsibility for the product quality and self-assessment results.

Second, for a declaration based on the certification results of a registered or designated certification organization (third party), the dossier includes:

• A declaration of conformity (Form 2. CBHC/HQ in Appendix III, Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN).
• A certified true copy of the Certificate of Conformity, including the conformity mark model, issued by the registered or designated certification organization.

Implementation Process

The procedure is specified in Subsection 1.1, Section II, Part A, Part II of the Administrative Procedures issued with Decision No. 1290/QD-BXD. The steps are:

• Step 1: The organization or individual submits the declaration dossier to the provincial Department of Construction (Sở Xây dựng) where the business is registered.
• Step 2: The Department of Construction reviews the dossier for validity.
• Step 3: If the dossier is valid, the Department of Construction issues a Notice of Receipt (Form 3. TBTNHS, Circular No. 28/2012/TT-BKHCN). If the dossier is invalid, the Department of Construction issues a written notice to the organization/individual explaining the reasons for non-receipt.

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Expert Guidance on Construction Material Conformity by Long Phan Consulting

With a team of experienced experts in the construction field, Long Phan Consulting Company provides specialized advisory and support services for the construction material conformity procedure. Our experts analyze specific cases and provide roadmaps tailored to product characteristics and business scale. This service saves clients time and costs while ensuring full legal compliance.

Services at Long Phan Consulting include:

• Detailed consultation and guidance on the conformity declaration process.
• Support in preparing and reviewing the declaration dossier.
• Representation for working with competent state agencies.
• Updates on changes in relevant legal regulations.
• Resolution of issues arising during the declaration process.

Common Questions About Construction Material Conformity

Below are common questions regarding the declaration of conformity for construction materials:

Is there a fee for the construction material conformity procedure?

Yes. Fees are applied according to the guidance in Circular No. 183/2016/TT-BTC dated November 8, 2016, by the Ministry of Finance.

Which construction materials require this procedure?

According to Clause 1, Article 12 of Circular 10/2024/TT-BXD, the subjects are Group 2 construction material products/goods specified in the national technical regulation issued by the Ministry of Construction and Appendix II of this Circular.

What is the processing time for the procedure?

According to Subsection 1.5, Section II, Part A, Part II of the Administrative Procedures issued with Decision No. 1290/QD-BXD, the resolution time is 05 (five) working days from the date of receiving a valid dossier.

How can the dossier be submitted?

Per Subsection 1.1, Section II, Part A, Part II of Decision No. 1290/QD-BXD, the organization or individual can submit the dossier directly or via postal service to the Department of Construction.

Conclusion

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