Import procedure guide for liqueur
Importing liqueur is not merely filing a customs declaration for an alcoholic drink. The real risks often arise from classifying the product incorrectly between liqueur, spirits, RTD alcoholic drink or compound preparations; determining the wrong alcoholic strength for special consumption tax; missing the alcohol distribution/import conditions; incomplete food safety declaration/inspection; inconsistent Vietnamese labels, imported alcohol stamps, or mismatched data among the Invoice, Packing List, original label, COA and C/O. If handled incorrectly, the shipment may be routed to document/physical inspection, require additional dossiers, lose C/O preferential duty, incur DEM/DET and unplanned logistics costs. This guide provides an E2E (End-to-End) compliance map before ETA: HS code, duties and taxes, alcohol licensing, food safety, labelling, stamps, customs documents, clearance workflow and risks to block before cargo arrival.
QUICK FACTS FOR IMPORTING LIQUEUR
| Item | Control information |
|---|---|
| Applicable product | Liqueur, generally an alcoholic beverage made from alcohol/spirit base, sugar/sweeteners, flavouring, fruits, herbs, cream, coffee or cocoa. |
| Related group | Wine, whisky, vodka, sake, liqueur and RTD alcoholic drinks; this article covers liqueur only. |
| Reference HS code | 2208.70.10 – liqueur of alcoholic strength not exceeding 57% vol; 2208.70.90 – other. Verify against label, COA and actual dossier. |
| MFN import duty | Reference 45% for HS 2208.70. Ordinary duty reference: 67.5% (=150% of MFN) if MFN/FTA treatment is not available. |
| VAT | Reference 10% for alcoholic beverages; VAT reduction should not be assumed for goods subject to special consumption tax unless current regulations provide otherwise. |
| Special consumption tax | For 2026: alcohol from 20% vol or above: 65%; below 20% vol: 35%. Rates increase from 2027 to 2031 under the statutory roadmap. |
| Key compliance issues | Alcohol distribution/import conditions; food safety for alcoholic beverages; QCVN 6-3:2010/BYT; MOIT specialized inspection; Vietnamese supplementary label; imported alcohol electronic stamps; C/O if preferential duty is claimed. |
| Category IDs | VI: 2768 · EN: 2820 · ZH: 2822. |
Legal note: Generic descriptions such as “alcohol”, “alcoholic beverage”, “cream drink” or “gift set” may lead to wrong HS, wrong SCT, wrong food safety dossier, wrong imported alcohol stamp and wrong Vietnamese label. Review the actual dossier before declaration.
SCOPE OF APPLICATION
This guide applies to finished liqueur imported for commercial circulation in Viet Nam, such as cream liqueur, coffee liqueur, fruit liqueur, herbal liqueur, chocolate liqueur, orange liqueur, amaretto and similar products. It does not automatically apply to wine, whisky, vodka, sake, beer, RTD alcoholic drinks, food-grade alcohol, non-beverage preparations or semi-finished alcohol used for manufacturing.
Do not group all variants
Liqueur may be below 20% vol or from 20% vol or above, which directly affects special consumption tax. Retail bottles, large containers, samples, gifts, exhibition goods, EPE/FDI imports or semi-finished products may follow different compliance routes.
Documents to lock before ETA
Review the catalogue, datasheet, original label, COA, product description, volume, alcohol strength, origin and actual import purpose. Do not finalize HS or policy based on the trade name only.
Scope warning
If the product carries nutrition claims, contains dairy/cream ingredients, special additives, gift packaging with glasses/accessories, or is a multi-item gift set, review each component separately to avoid HS/policy errors.
CLASSIFICATION & TECHNICAL IDENTIFICATION
Technically, liqueur is usually an alcoholic beverage made from a spirit/undenatured ethyl alcohol base below 80% vol, then flavoured and sweetened with plant materials, cream/dairy or other flavouring components. The critical identification factors are beverage use, alcoholic strength, ingredients, packaging volume and intended consumption, not only the commercial name.
| Criteria to check | Documents to compare | Risk if described incorrectly | Suggested goods description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trade name and alcohol type | Catalogue, brand website, original label, product description | Confusion with flavoured vodka/whisky, RTD or non-beverage preparations | Liqueur, brand…, alcohol strength…% vol, volume…ml/bottle |
| Alcoholic strength by volume | COA, original label, specification sheet | Wrong SCT rate: below 20% vol or 20% vol and above | State ABV clearly: …% vol; avoid generic “alcoholic drink” |
| Ingredients and production nature | Ingredient list, formula declaration if available, COA | Wrong HS if the product is actually another spirit or non-beverage preparation | Alcoholic beverage in liqueur form, flavoured with… |
| Volume, packaging, gift set | Packing List, product photos, labels, catalogue | Quantity/unit/value mismatch or failure to split accessories | State bottle volume, bottles per carton and accessories if any |
| Condition of goods | Contract, Invoice, photos, seal/lot/date code | Near-expiry, display goods or samples may trigger questions | New goods, for beverage use, imported for commercial circulation |
| Origin and C/O | C/O, transport documents, third-party invoice if any | Loss of special preferential duty, origin verification | Origin must match C/O, labels, Invoice and customs declaration |
HS CODE – DUTIES – C/O
For liqueur, tax review is not limited to HS classification. The importer must lock HS Code, import duty, Special Consumption Tax – SCT, VAT and C/O eligibility at the same time. A small error in ABV, 8-digit HS code or origin document may materially change the landed cost.
Alcohol tax must be reviewed based on the customs declaration date, actual ABV on COA/label, 8-digit HS code, origin and C/O conditions. Do not finalise selling price or landed cost merely from the trade name “liqueur”.
1. HS AND BASE IMPORT DUTY TABLE
| Reference HS code | Classification check | Common unit | MFN import duty | Ordinary import duty | Documents to verify |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2208.70.10 | Liqueur/cordial of alcoholic strength not exceeding 57% vol. This is the usual direction for many retail liqueurs if their nature is correctly identified. | Litre/kg under tariff schedule; documents should also show bottles, volume per bottle and cartons. | 45% | 67.5% where MFN/FTA treatment is not available. | COA, original label, catalogue/specification, ingredient list, Invoice, Packing List, product photos. |
| 2208.70.90 | Other liqueurs not meeting the description of 2208.70.10; a technical justification should be available. | Litre/kg | 45% | 67.5% where MFN/FTA treatment is not available. | COA, specification, formulation/ingredient list, label, catalogue and classification note if questioned. |
| Other headings under 2208 | If the product is in fact whisky, vodka, rum, gin, spirit or RTD alcoholic drink rather than liqueur. | Subject to subheading. | Do not apply the liqueur table; re-check the actual code. | Do not apply the liqueur table. | Product dossier, ABV, production/blending process, trade name and label description. |
2. TAX COMPONENTS AT IMPORT DECLARATION STAGE
| Tax component | Tax base/key control | Reference rate for landed cost | Condition | Risk if underestimated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Import duty | Customs value for import duty; Incoterms, international freight, insurance and dutiable additions must be locked. | MFN 45%; ordinary 67.5%; special preferential duty under FTA if valid C/O is available. | Applied by 8-digit HS code and origin. Ordinary duty is generally 150% of the corresponding preferential rate. | Wrong HS/C/O may deny preference, trigger duty recovery and increase the SCT/VAT base. |
| SCT at import stage | SCT base at import stage = customs value for import duty + import duty + additional import duty, if any. | 2026: below 20° = 35%; from 20° or above = 65%. Rates then increase by schedule. | Based on ABV (Alcohol by Volume) shown on COA/label. 19.9° and 20° fall into different SCT brackets. | SCT is a major landed-cost driver; wrong ABV may distort pricing and sales plan. |
| VAT at import stage | VAT base for imported goods includes customs value + import duty + additional import duty if any + SCT if any + environmental protection tax if any. | 10% for imported liqueur unless another valid rule applies at declaration date. | Alcoholic beverages are SCT goods; do not assume temporary VAT reduction where regulations exclude SCT goods. | Calculating VAT before SCT will understate import tax payable. |
| Special preferential duty with C/O | Not a separate tax, but it determines the import duty input and therefore affects SCT and VAT. | Must be checked under the relevant FTA tariff decree by exporting country and declaration date. | Origin document must have correct form, criterion, description, HS, third-party invoice details and direct consignment condition where required. | If C/O is rejected, import duty increases and the SCT/VAT base increases accordingly. |
| Imported alcohol electronic stamp | Not import duty/SCT/VAT, but a circulation cost and compliance item to be planned. | Not a percentage-based tax; depends on number of bottles/retail units and stamp purchase/affixing plan. | Applies under imported alcohol stamp management rules for domestic consumption. | No stamp plan may delay market release after clearance. |
3. SCT SCHEDULE TO WATCH WHEN BUILDING LANDED COST
| Alcoholic beverage group | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | Application note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol below 20° | 35% | 40% | 45% | 50% | 55% | 60% | Apply based on actual ABV shown on COA/label; ABV should be locked before quotation. |
| Alcohol from 20° or above | 65% | 70% | 75% | 80% | 85% | 90% | If ABV is 20° or above, SCT is the biggest landed-cost driver after value and import duty. |
4. LANDED COST CHECK TABLE FOR LIQUEUR
| Variable to lock | Pre-ETA check | Tax impact | Required documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABV/alcohol strength | Check COA, original label, specification and Vietnamese sub-label sample. | Determines SCT bracket: below 20° or 20° and above. | COA, original label, product specification, label translation. |
| 8-digit HS code | Do not rely only on trade name; check product nature, ingredients, blending process and beverage use. | Determines import duty, C/O condition and customs explanation basis. | Catalogue/specification, ingredient list, COA, product photos. |
| Customs value | Review Invoice, Incoterms, international freight, insurance and dutiable additions. | First base for import duty; then drives SCT and VAT. | Invoice, Sales Contract/PO, B/L/AWB, freight invoice, insurance if any. |
| C/O/FTA preference | Check C/O form, origin criterion, HS, goods description, third-party invoice and direct consignment. | May reduce import duty and consequently reduce SCT/VAT base. | Draft/original C/O, B/L/AWB, Invoice, packing list, transport documents. |
| Bottle count/volume | Reconcile bottle quantity, volume per bottle, cartons, gross/net weight and total litres. | Supports quantity declaration, electronic stamps, sub-labels, food safety and post-clearance audit. | Packing List, label, bottle list, carton list, packing photos. |
5. C/O AND SPECIAL PREFERENTIAL DUTY CONTROL
| C/O scenario | Import duty treatment | Control point | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| No C/O or insufficient C/O | No special preference; usually revert to MFN 45% if MFN conditions are satisfied. | Check origin, exporting country and transport documents. | Landed cost becomes higher if the quote was built on FTA preference. |
| C/O with wrong HS/description | Special preference may be rejected; correct before official issuance if possible. | HS on C/O should logically align with declaration; description should clearly fit liqueur. | Duty recovery, increased SCT/VAT base and explanation requests. |
| C/O with third-party invoice | May be accepted if allowed by the relevant FTA and properly declared on C/O. | Third-party invoice box, invoice issuing country, seller/producer information. | May trigger additional verification. |
| Valid C/O with FTA preference | Apply special preferential rate under the correct FTA tariff at declaration date. | Check the right FTA decree, country, phase and 8-digit code. | Do not use the rate of another FTA or another year. |
Rates in this article are planning references. At declaration, verify the effective tariff, relevant FTA tariff schedule, latest VAT/SCT policy and actual C/O dossier.
APPLICABLE SPECIALIZED POLICIES
| Goods scenario | Possible policy | Documents to check | Authority/portal if identifiable | Recommended timing | Risk note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished liqueur imported for business | Alcohol trading/import conditions; importer should hold or operate under a suitable alcohol distribution licence. | Alcohol distribution licence, contract, Invoice, Packing List, label, COA. | MOIT/DOIT by authority; customs authority at clearance. | Before contract signing and before ETA. | Do not wait until arrival to check licensing conditions. |
| Bottled alcohol for circulation | Imported alcohol electronic stamps and stamp management. | Stamp purchase dossier, bottle quantity, volume, barcode, stamp placement images. | Electronic customs data system/customs authority; tax authority within stamp management scope. | Before clearance/circulation. | Wrong stamp quantity or position may affect market circulation. |
| Alcoholic beverage as food product | Self-declaration and state food safety inspection if applicable; MOIT management for beverages. | Self-declaration, test report, label, ingredient list, COA, business licence. | Public service portal/NSW where electronic procedures apply; MOIT specialized authority. | Preferably before ETA. | Decree 46/2026 is temporarily suspended under Resolution 15/2026/NQ-CP; monitor effectiveness status. |
| Shipment claiming C/O preference | Origin verification, C/O form, origin criterion, direct consignment, third-party invoice if any. | C/O, B/L/AWB, Invoice, Packing List, explanatory documents. | Customs authority; issuing/verifying authority under each FTA. | Before customs declaration. | Wrong form, HS or description may lead to denial of preference. |
| Samples, exhibition goods, gifts | Customs procedure and non-commercial purpose may differ but alcohol, food safety, labels/stamps still need review. | Import purpose, invitation/contract, quantity, value, label and related papers. | Customs and specialized authority depending on the case. | Before dispatch. | Samples are not automatically exempt from all compliance requirements. |
| Gift set with accessories | May require separate HS/value declaration for glasses, boxes or pouring tools if function/value is separate. | Detailed Packing List, photos, component value if any. | Customs authority. | Before final Invoice/Packing List. | Generic “gift set” descriptions often trigger HS/value explanation. |
LEGAL DOCUMENTS TO REVIEW
| Document group | Document name/number | Issuing authority | Effective date/application | Role in procedure | Key article/appendix to note | Review note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | Law on Foreign Trade Management 2017 | National Assembly | Effective from 01 Jan 2018 | General framework for import/export management, licences and specialized control. | Principles of import/export and origin management. | Cross-check implementing documents by product group. |
| Decree | Decree 69/2018/ND-CP | Government | 15 May 2018; verify current validity | Details the Law on Foreign Trade Management. | Lists prohibited/restricted/conditional goods and licence-based management. | Used for baseline import policy review. |
| Decree | Decree 105/2017/ND-CP; Decree 17/2020/ND-CP amending it | Government | 105: 01 Nov 2017; 17: 22 Mar 2020 | Alcohol trading, import, distribution licence, border gate, quality and food safety responsibility. | Articles on alcohol import and trading conditions. | Core document for commercial liqueur import. |
| Law | Law on Prevention and Control of Harmful Effects of Alcoholic Beverages 44/2019/QH14 | National Assembly | 01 Jan 2020 | Framework for alcohol circulation/trading and market communication. | Restrictions on advertising, sales and minors’ access. | Affects post-import market compliance. |
| SCT tax law/decree/circular | SCT Law 66/2025/QH15; Law 09/2026/QH16; Decree 360/2025/ND-CP; Circular 158/2025/TT-BTC | National Assembly/Government/MOF | Law 66: 01 Jan 2026; Law 09: 24 Apr 2026; Decree 360/Circular 158: 01 Jan 2026 | Determines SCT rate by alcohol strength and statutory roadmap. | SCT tariff table and tax administration guidance. | Update by declaration date. |
| VAT law/decrees | VAT Law 48/2024/QH15; Decree 181/2025/ND-CP; Decree 144/2026/ND-CP | National Assembly/Government | Law 48 and Decree 181: 01 Jul 2025; Decree 144: 20 Jun 2026 | Determines VAT on imports. | 10% rate and any non-tax/reduction cases. | Alcoholic beverages subject to SCT should be checked carefully before applying any VAT reduction. |
| Tariff decree | Decree 26/2023/ND-CP and amendments if any | Government | 15 Jul 2023; verify current validity | MFN import tariff and basis for ordinary duty comparison. | Appendix II – Chapter 22, heading 2208.70. | Verify correct 8-digit code. |
| Food safety decree/decision | Decree 15/2018/ND-CP; Decree 46/2026/ND-CP; Resolution 15/2026/NQ-CP; Decision 1182/QD-BCT | Government/MOIT | Decree 46 is suspended under Resolution 15/2026/NQ-CP from 06 Apr 2026 | Self-declaration, food safety import inspection, MOIT specialized inspection list. | Self-declaration, import inspection and HS list under MOIT. | Verify effectiveness status at import time. |
| Technical regulation | QCVN 6-3:2010/BYT – National technical regulation for alcoholic beverages | Ministry of Health | Verify current validity and any amendments if applicable | Reference for safety indicators of spirits and liqueurs when preparing food safety and testing dossiers. | Safety indicators and quality control requirements for alcoholic beverages. | This QCVN supports food safety/testing review; it is not an HS classification ruling. |
| Labelling decrees | Decree 43/2017/ND-CP; Decree 111/2021/ND-CP | Government | 43: 01 Jun 2017; 111: 15 Feb 2022 | Imported goods labelling and Vietnamese supplementary labels. | Goods name, origin, quantity, ingredients, warnings, responsible importer. | Specially control ABV, volume, lot/date code and importer information. |
| Alcohol stamps | Circular 23/2021/TT-BTC and amendments on electronic alcohol/tobacco stamps | MOF | Verify current document when purchasing/applying stamps | Management of imported alcohol electronic stamps. | Stamp model, placement, purchase, use and reporting. | Check any amendment, supplement or replacement instrument effective at the time of stamp purchase/application. |
| Origin | Decree 31/2018/ND-CP and product-specific FTA rules of origin | Government/MOIT | 08 Mar 2018; verify newer FTA rules if any | Basis for C/O and special preferential duty treatment. | Rules of origin, origin certification and verification. | No valid C/O means no special preferential duty. |
VIEW / DOWNLOAD ORIGINAL LEGAL DOCUMENTS
Enterprises may search the documents by number on the legal document portal, Government portal or issuing authority website. Enterprises should cross-check the Government legal database or the issuing authority website before application.
CUSTOMS CLEARANCE DOCUMENT SET
The document set should be locked before ETA. Goods description, quantity, volume, ABV, bottles/cartons, origin, lot number, expiry date, original label, C/O and food safety data must be consistent across commercial documents, specialized dossiers and the customs declaration.
Commercial documents
- Commercial Invoice.
- Packing List showing bottles/cartons, volume and weight.
- Bill of Lading/Air Waybill.
- Sales Contract/Purchase Order if available.
- Certificate of Origin – C/O if preferential duty is claimed.
- Catalogue/specification, COA, original label, product photos.
Specialized dossiers if applicable
- Alcohol distribution licence or evidence of suitable import conditions.
- Self-declaration, food safety testing report aligned with QCVN 6-3:2010/BYT and state food safety inspection dossier if applicable.
- Vietnamese supplementary label dossier.
- Imported alcohol electronic stamp dossier.
- Documents explaining ABV, ingredients, volume and intended use.
| Dossier group | Required documents | Used for which step | Usually prepared by | Common error | Pre-ETA check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial | Invoice, Packing List, Contract/PO, B/L/AWB | Declaration, tax calculation, delivery | Importer, shipper, forwarder | Generic description, missing ABV, wrong bottle quantity/volume | Compare each item with original label and COA |
| HS/tax | Catalogue, COA, classification note, tariff | HS, import duty, VAT, SCT | Importer, customs broker, compliance | Using one HS for all alcohol products | Verify liqueur nature and ABV |
| Alcohol licence | Distribution licence/import condition evidence | Import condition review | Importer/legal/compliance | Expired licence or wrong scope | Check validity, location and distribution scope |
| Food safety | Self-declaration, test report aligned with QCVN 6-3:2010/BYT, label, ingredients | Specialized inspection/circulation | QA/Legal/Importer | Missing test parameters, label mismatch | Compare label version and test report |
| Stamp/label | Stamp dossier, placement, Vietnamese label | Clearance/circulation | Importer, warehouse, broker | Wrong stamp quantity or missing mandatory label content | Lock bottle quantity, label artwork and stamp placement |
| C/O | C/O, transport documents, third-party invoice if any | Special preferential duty | Shipper, importer, broker | Wrong form, HS, description, missing direct consignment | Review C/O draft before issuance |
DECISION POINTS THAT MAY HOLD THE SHIPMENT
| Decision point | Question to answer | Evidence | Consequence if unclear | Recommended action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS basis | Is it truly liqueur under 2208.70? | COA, label, catalogue, ingredient list | HS consultation, tax adjustment, delay | Prepare classification explanation before ETA |
| Alcohol strength | Below 20% vol or from 20% vol and above? | COA, original label, specification | Wrong SCT 35%/65% | Lock ABV across all documents and labels |
| Alcohol import conditions | Does the importer have the proper licence/scope? | Distribution licence, company documents | Insufficient basis for import/circulation | Review licence before contracting |
| Food safety | Is self-declaration/food safety inspection required? | Test report, self-declaration, label | Additional specialized dossier request | Prepare food safety dossier before ETA |
| Stamp and label | Is the stamp purchase/placement and supplementary label plan ready? | Label sample, stamp placement, bottle quantity | Circulation risk and rework | Lock label/stamp plan before receipt |
| C/O usability | Is the form, origin criterion, description and HS correct? | C/O, B/L/AWB, Invoice | No preferential duty | Review draft C/O before original issuance |
PRACTICAL E2E WORKFLOW
Pre-ETA review: confirm liqueur description, HS 2208.70, ABV, alcohol import policy, food safety, stamps, labels, import duty, VAT, SCT and C/O.
Lock documents and product data: Invoice, Packing List, B/L/AWB, COA, catalogue, original label, lot number, expiry date, bottles/cartons and volume must match.
Prepare specialized dossiers: alcohol distribution licence, self-declaration/food safety inspection if applicable, electronic stamp dossier and Vietnamese supplementary labels.
Lodge customs declaration: Green channel is system-based release subject to conditions; Yellow channel reviews documents; Red channel reviews documents and physically inspects cargo. Common questions include HS, customs value, ABV, C/O, licence, food safety and labels.
Clearance, stamping/labelling, delivery and archiving: control stamp quantity, Vietnamese label, food safety dossier, tax records, origin documents and cargo photos for post-clearance review.
Post-clearance compliance: keep shipment files, prepare explanations for customs or market inspection on stamps, labels, invoices, origin and food safety.
PRE-ETA RISK CHECKLIST
| Risk | Consequence | How to block before ETA | Documents to check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrong HS between liqueur, flavoured vodka/whisky or RTD | Consultation, tax adjustment, delay | Analyze product nature, ingredients, ABV and beverage use | COA, label, catalogue, ingredient list |
| Wrong SCT due to ABV mistake | Underpaid tax or unplanned cost increase | Lock ABV from COA/label before landed cost quotation | COA, label artwork, specification |
| Missing alcohol import condition/licence | Insufficient basis to clear or circulate goods | Review distribution licence and business scope before contract | Licence, ERC, contract |
| Food safety/self-declaration not prepared | Specialized dossier request | Prepare test report and self-declaration before ETA | Test report, label, ingredient list |
| Invalid C/O form/HS/description | Loss of special preferential duty | Review draft C/O, transport route and third-party invoice | C/O, B/L/AWB, invoice |
| Stamp/Vietnamese label mismatch | Market circulation and enforcement risk | Lock bottle quantity, label and stamp placement before arrival | Packing List, label, stamp plan |
FAQ – COMMON BUSINESS QUESTIONS
Does imported liqueur require a licence?
For commercial circulation, the importer must review alcohol trading conditions, especially a suitable alcohol distribution licence or equivalent import mechanism under Decree 105/2017 and amendments.
Does liqueur require food safety self-declaration/inspection?
Likely yes because it is a beverage for human consumption. Review the product dossier, MOIT management scope and the effective status of food safety regulations at import time.
What is the usual HS code for liqueur?
Reference heading 2208.70; commonly 2208.70.10 if alcohol strength does not exceed 57% vol. However COA, label and product nature must be checked.
How is SCT determined?
By alcohol strength: in 2026, below 20% vol is 35%, from 20% vol and above is 65%. Rates increase from 2027 onward under the statutory roadmap.
Can C/O reduce import duty?
Possibly, if the C/O is valid and the HS has a preferential rate under the relevant FTA. Wrong form, origin criterion, description or HS may cause denial.
Are samples or gifts handled the same as commercial cargo?
Do not assume so. Samples/gifts still need review for alcohol policy, food safety, labels/stamps, customs value and actual import purpose.
What if the original label says “cream liqueur” but Invoice says “alcoholic drink”?
Revise the documents before arrival. Generic descriptions may trigger questions on HS, food safety, SCT and Vietnamese label.
Is Vietnamese supplementary label required?
Yes, if imported goods are circulated in Viet Nam. The supplementary label must match the original label, self-declaration dossier, importer details and labelling regulations.
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TGIMEX EXECUTION SOLUTION
This article provides a map of HS code, taxes, dossiers and specialized policies for liqueur. In real shipments, enterprises still need to review the original label, COA, ABV, volume, documents, origin and actual import purpose. For imported alcohol, even minor inconsistency among Invoice, Packing List, C/O, label, food safety dossier or alcohol stamp may trigger additional document requests, clearance delay or unplanned storage costs.
Pre-ETA review
HS code, alcohol import policy, C/O, import duty, VAT, SCT, supplementary label, electronic stamp, COA and food safety dossier.
Compliance dossier control
Cross-check Invoice, Packing List, B/L/AWB, C/O, catalogue, COA, original label, self-declaration and testing dossier.
International logistics
Coordinate agents, carriers/airlines, ETA tracking, pre-alert, transport documents and delivery plan.
Customs declaration
Prepare customs declaration files, handle Green/Yellow/Red channels, support explanations on HS, value, origin and specialized policies.
Post-clearance
Archive shipment files, review supplementary labels, alcohol stamps, food safety records and post-clearance explanation dossiers.
TGIMEX supports enterprises in building an E2E import execution plan: pre-ETA policy review, document checking, international logistics coordination, customs declaration, clearance handling, domestic delivery and post-clearance archiving. This approach helps enterprises better control timeline, cost and compliance risks from the shipment preparation stage.
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