The 2025 Law on Chemicals is in force: what importers should know

Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15 has applied since 1 January 2026. Importers should review their product lists, documents and storage arrangements.

Law on Chemicals No. 69/2025/QH15 took effect on 1 January 2026, replacing a framework that had been in place for many years. For companies that import and use chemicals, the change reaches across the whole chain: classification, documentation, customs clearance, storage and transport.

Risk-based management

The overall approach is to manage chemicals by hazard level. Higher-risk chemicals come with stricter business conditions, documentation and safety requirements. Importers therefore need to know exactly which group each product belongs to, rather than applying one process to every shipment.

Storage becomes a key control point

Requirements for storage facilities, segregation by hazard class, fire protection and incident response receive greater attention. Companies without their own compliant warehouse benefit from choosing a qualified storage provider early, instead of adjusting once goods are already at port.

What to do now

• List every imported chemical with its CAS number, UN number and hazard classification.
• Obtain the latest MSDS for each product, preferably in Vietnamese.
• Review the warehouse you use against the new requirements.
• Assign a person to track implementing guidance and list updates.

This article is a general summary for reference. Please consult the official legal texts and guidance, or contact TKT for help reviewing a specific case.