Dried seaweed from Korea is a popular product in the Vietnamese market. So, what is the procedure for importing these items?
Seaweed, also known as kelp, are plants that live in the sea, belonging to the group of seaweeds. It is a nutritious food, and has gradually become popular in many countries around the world. Dried seaweed from Korea is a popular product in the Vietnamese market. So, what is the procedure for importing these items?
HS Code and Tax rate
HS code: 2008990
CO form VK
Import Tax: 0%
VAT: 10%

Import procedures
1. Self-declared dried seaweed product
+ Product self-declaration form
+ Food hygiene and safety test result of product within 12 months from the date of application submission
2. Customs procedures and check Food hygiene and safety of product
Dossier for customs clearance and food safety inspection of imported dried seaweed include:
+ Declaration of imported goods
+ Sale contract (Sales contract)
+ Commercial Invoice (Commercial Invoice)
+ Packing list
+ Bill of lading/Airway Bill
+ Self-publishing products
+ Certificate of Origin (C/O – Certificate of Origin) – if any
+ Phytosanitary Certificate of exporting country – if any
+ Health Certificate of exporting country – if any

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