Legal Challenges in International Trade
Every country has its own regulatory system for importing goods, and the complexity of these regulations is often the biggest barrier preventing Vietnamese businesses from accessing foreign markets. From EU food safety standards to US FDA regulations and Japan’s JAS system — each market requires strict and precise compliance.
A small documentation error can result in shipments being held at port, returned, or even significant fines. RuBY Vietnam provides specialized legal consulting to help businesses navigate all legal barriers smoothly and safely.
Specialized Legal Consulting Areas
1. Import Regulations & Technical Standards
We continuously research and update the latest import regulations in each target market, including: import condition checks for specific HS codes, mandatory technical standards, packaging and labeling requirements, and traceability compliance.
2. International Quality Certifications
We guide businesses through obtaining essential certifications: ISO 22000, HACCP, GLOBALG.A.P., BRC, IFS, CE Mark, FDA Registration, JAS, and other industry-specific certifications. Support ranges from documentation preparation and staff training to pre-audit inspections.
3. Customs Procedures & Certificate of Origin
We help businesses complete import-export customs procedures: electronic customs declarations, accurate HS code classification, and Certificate of Origin (C/O) applications to benefit from FTA tariff preferences under EVFTA, CPTPP, RCEP, and UKVFTA.
4. Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs)
Strategic consulting to overcome non-tariff barriers: SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanitary), TBT (Technical Barriers to Trade), environmental regulations, intellectual property rights, anti-dumping rules, and other trade defense measures.
5. International Trade Contracts
Drafting, reviewing, and consulting on international sales contracts under Incoterms 2020: FOB, CIF, CIP, DDP. We also advise on international payment methods (L/C, T/T, D/A, D/P) and financial risk management.
Key Markets & Regulations
- EU — EVFTA: Nearly 99% tariff elimination, but extremely strict SPS/EFSA standards and REACH chemical regulations.
- USA — FDA & USDA: FDA registration, Prior Notice, FSMA compliance, and APHIS requirements for agricultural products.
- Japan — JAS & JETRO: World’s highest quality standards with complex JAS, food hygiene laws, and Japanese labeling rules.
Our Consulting Process
- Initial assessment of products, target markets, and current compliance status
- Detailed compliance roadmap with specific timelines
- Hands-on support during documentation and certification preparation
- Complete file review before official submission
- Ongoing monitoring and updates when regulations change
Contact Us
Don’t let legal barriers prevent quality Vietnamese products from reaching international markets. Contact RuBY Vietnam today for a free consultation.
RuBY Vietnam — Comprehensive legal solutions for international trade.
