Vietnam Supplier Verification
Vietnam has emerged as a top alternative sourcing hub to China for furniture, footwear, electronics assembly, agricultural products, and processed foods. African importers are increasingly buying from Vietnam — and due diligence is critical as the market has both strong legitimate manufacturers and intermediaries misrepresenting products.
Active Fraud Pattern — Q2 2026
Vietnam-Origin Labelling Fraud (Chinese Goods Re-Labelled)
A sharp rise in EU and US anti-dumping duties on Chinese goods has driven a surge in Chinese-manufactured products being re-labelled as "Made in Vietnam" to fraudulently claim ASEAN FTA tariff benefits. Buyers are paying Vietnam pricing for Chinese-quality goods with inflated origin documentation. Always request an independent SGS/Bureau Veritas inspection and cross-verify the Certificate of Origin Form E at vcci.com.vn. ERC numbers not traceable on dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn are an immediate red flag.
Verify before you pay →Official Registry
National Business Registration Portal
Regulatory authority: Ministry of Planning and Investment (MPI)
Open official portal →Key Red Flags
- ⚠ERC number not traceable on dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn
- ⚠"Made in Vietnam" labels on Chinese-origin goods (origin fraud)
- ⚠Advance payment via personal bank accounts
- ⚠Agricultural exporters without relevant Ministry of Agriculture phytosanitary certification
- ⚠Furniture manufacturers without FSC chain-of-custody certification
Document Checklist — Vietnam Suppliers
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a Vietnamese company registration?
Search the ERC number at dangkykinhdoanh.gov.vn. This is a free public portal maintained by the Ministry of Planning and Investment.
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