Household electric blenders may create customs and compliance risk if declared only as “kitchen appliance” or “blender” without a model-level technical file. Wrong HS classification, missing quality inspection/conformity documents, inconsistent model information between invoice – catalogue – original label, or failure to check voltage/power specifications may lead to document requests, longer clearance time and DEM/DET charges. This guide provides an E2E (End-to-End) review map for blenders: HS Code, duties, C/O, specialized policy, documents, customs process and risk checklist before ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival).

QUICK FACTS

Item	Quick review point
Product	Household electric blender: countertop blender, food grinder, meat/vegetable grinder for household use, with a self-contained electric motor.
Reference HS	8509.40.00 – Food grinders and mixers; fruit or vegetable juice extractors. Catalogue, power rating, function and actual import purpose must be checked.
Reference taxes	Ordinary import duty: 37.5%; MFN duty: 25%; current VAT during the reduction period may be 8% if the goods are eligible and not excluded under Decree 174/2025/ND-CP; the standard/base VAT outside the reduction period is 10%.
Specialized policy	Subject to review under the Ministry of Science and Technology group-2 goods list; meat grinders/food blenders under HS 8509.40.00 are listed for QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN and Amendment 1:2018 on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).
Pre-ETA controls	Lock model, voltage, power, plug/adapter, catalogue, original label, C/O, test report/conformity file if applicable.

SCOPE OF APPLICATION

This article applies only to blenders in the electric household appliance group. It does not automatically apply to juicers, mixers, egg beaters, irons, hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, air purifiers, dehumidifiers or fan heaters.

It does not apply to industrial grinders, material crushers in production lines, high-capacity food processing machinery, factory-use equipment or devices with Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth/RF functions unless separately reviewed.

Legal note: The actual catalogue, datasheet, model, voltage, power, functions, accessories and import purpose must be reviewed. New goods, used goods, samples, warranty replacements or project cargo may require different dossier handling.

CLASSIFICATION & PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Main functionGrinding, blending or mixing food/beverages at household scale using a self-contained electric motor.

Key componentsMain body, motor, jar, blade set, lid, control unit, power cord, plug/adapter if any.

Identification riskConfusion with industrial food processing machines, juicers, industrial mixers or spare parts may lead to wrong HS and policy treatment.

The commercial description should state: “Household electric blender, model…, power…, voltage…, brand-new, used for blending food/beverages”. Avoid generic descriptions such as “household appliance” or “kitchen machine” without model-level catalogue support.

TECHNICAL IDENTIFICATION CRITERIA

Checkpoint	Document to compare	Risk if described incorrectly	Suggested description on documents/customs declaration
Blending/grinding function	Catalogue, user manual, product images	Confusion with juicer, mixer or industrial food processing machine	Household electric blender for food/beverage preparation
Self-contained motor	Datasheet, technical specifications	Wrong heading if the unit does not have an integrated electric motor	Blender with self-contained electric motor, model…
Power/voltage	Original label, catalogue, test report	Affects electrical safety/EMC review and technical declaration	220–240V, …W, brand-new
Accessories included	Packing list, photos, model list	Separately imported accessories may require separate declaration	Set includes motor base, jar, blade, lid and power cord
Condition of goods	Invoice, contract, actual photos	Used/refurbished goods may trigger additional policy issues	Brand-new; if used, declare the condition clearly

HS CODE – DUTIES – C/O

Household electric blenders are commonly reviewed under heading 85.09 – electro-mechanical domestic appliances with a self-contained electric motor, other than vacuum cleaners of heading 85.08. For household blenders/food grinders/meat grinders, the commonly referenced HS code is 8509.40.00. If the goods are industrial food processing machinery, material crushers, separate juicers or spare parts, the HS code may change.

Reference HS code	Conditions for use	Risk if misclassified	Documents to compare
8509.40.00	Household food grinders/mixers or fruit/vegetable juice extractors with a self-contained electric motor	Wrong HS if the item is industrial machinery or spare parts only	Catalogue, datasheet, label photos, power rating, use purpose
8509.80.90	Other electro-mechanical household appliances not elsewhere specified	Likely questioned if the actual function remains food grinding/blending	Catalogue, manual, function description
8438.xx	Industrial machinery for food or beverage preparation	Wrong policy if factory-use machinery is declared as household goods	Production-line file, capacity, layout, import purpose
8509.90.xx	Parts of appliances of heading 85.09	Wrong treatment if complete machine is declared as parts or vice versa	Packing list, BOM, photos, invoice

Tax item	Reference rate	Condition for application	Risk note
Ordinary import duty	37.5%	Applied where MFN/FTA treatment is not available or where ordinary duty must be applied under regulations	Re-check the tariff schedule at declaration date.
MFN preferential import duty	25%	Applied to goods originating from countries/territories with MFN treatment with Vietnam	Wrong HS leads to wrong tax liability.
Import VAT	8% during the VAT reduction period if eligible and not excluded; 10% is the standard/base rate outside the reduction period	Check effective VAT policy, exclusion annexes and customs/tax guidance at declaration date	Do not automatically apply 8% if excluded or the policy has expired.
Special preferential duty under C/O	May be lower than MFN; certain FTAs may reach 0% or the applicable FTA rate	Valid C/O, correct form, origin criterion, direct transport and matching description/HS	FTA treatment is not automatic if C/O form, criterion, description or HS is incorrect.
Other taxes	No separate SCT/environment tax is normally identified for ordinary household blenders	Only arises if the actual configuration/goods fall under a special tax policy	Review actual dossier.

C/O note: A C/O only supports preferential duty when the form, origin criterion, goods description and HS code match the customs declaration. The applicable FTA tariff must be checked by origin and declaration date.

APPLICABLE SPECIALIZED POLICY

Goods situation	Potential policy	Documents to check	Responsible agency/portal if identifiable	Recommended timing	Risk note
Ordinary household electric blender	State quality inspection and conformity certification/declaration if covered by Ministry of Science and Technology group-2 list	Catalogue, test report, conformity certificate/declaration, original label	Local standards/metrology/quality authority or designated body; NSW where applicable	Before ETA or once pre-alert is available	Do not confirm exemption before checking model and applicable list.
With separate adapter/charger	Additional review of electrical safety, label and input/output parameters	Adapter catalogue, adapter label, certificate if any	Quality authority if subject to inspection	Before finalizing invoice/packing list	Separate adapter may change technical dossier scope.
With Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth/RF	Potential telecom/ICT/RF management	RF module datasheet, frequency, output power, model list	Relevant authority depending on configuration	Before booking	Smart blender should not be treated as a basic blender.
Used/refurbished goods	Review used machinery/equipment import policy and commercial conditions	Year of manufacture, condition, inspection certificate if required	Customs/specialized authority depending on case	Before purchase	Do not use the brand-new goods conclusion for used goods.
Imported for trading	Product labeling, Vietnamese supplementary label, CR mark if applicable	Original label, supplementary label, C/O/CQ, test report	Customs authority/market surveillance after circulation	Before market release	Label errors may create post-clearance/circulation risk.

LEGAL DOCUMENTS TO REVIEW

Legal group	Document number/name	Issuing body	Effectiveness/application timing	Role in procedure	Key article/annex to note	Review note
Law	Customs Law 2014	National Assembly	In force; amendments should be checked	Basis for customs declaration, inspection and supervision	Customs dossier, declaration and physical inspection rules	Review by import type and declaration.
Customs decrees/circulars	Decree 08/2015/ND-CP, Decree 59/2018/ND-CP, Decree 167/2025/ND-CP; Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC, Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC	Government/Ministry of Finance	Check effective status at declaration date	Rules on customs dossier, declaration, channeling and inspection	Electronic customs dossier and documents to submit/present	Does not replace local customs guidance on the actual shipment.
Product quality	Law on Product and Goods Quality 2007; Decree 132/2008/ND-CP; Decree 74/2018/ND-CP; Decree 154/2018/ND-CP	National Assembly/Government	In force with amendments	Basis for quality inspection and conformity management of group-2 goods	Group-2 goods management and import quality inspection	Further review under Ministry of Science and Technology list is required.
Group-2 list	Decision 2711/QD-BKHCN 2022	Ministry of Science and Technology	Effective from signing date	Publishes group-2 goods under MOST management	Annex list and related HS codes	Blenders must be checked by model, HS code and applicable QCVN.
QCVN/TCVN	QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN and Amendment 1:2018 to QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN	Ministry of Science and Technology	Apply according to each regulation scope	EMC requirements for meat grinders/food blenders/fruit juicers under HS 8509.40.00 in the appendix to Decision 2711/QD-BKHCN	QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN, Amendment 1:2018 and the MOST group-2 goods list	Do not cite QCVN 4 as a mandatory basis for all blenders unless the actual model or competent/certification body provides a separate basis.
Tariff	Decree 26/2023/ND-CP; Decision 15/2023/QD-TTg; relevant FTA tariff decrees	Government/Prime Minister	Apply at declaration date	Determines MFN, ordinary duty and special preferential duty under C/O	HS 8509.40.00 and FTA tariff by origin	Re-check taxes before official declaration.
Labeling	Decree 43/2017/ND-CP; Decree 111/2021/ND-CP	Government	Decree 111/2021/ND-CP effective from 15 Feb 2022	Regulates original label, supplementary label, origin and mandatory information	Product name, origin, technical parameters, responsible entity	Review label before circulation.
VAT	Decree 174/2025/ND-CP under Resolution 204/2025/QH15	Government/National Assembly	Effective from 01 July 2025 to 31 Dec 2026	Basis to review possible VAT reduction from 10% to 8%	Exclusion annexes and eligible groups	Only applies if still effective and the goods are not excluded.

VIEW / DOWNLOAD ORIGINAL LEGAL DOCUMENTS

Businesses should also cross-check official legal document portals or issuing authority websites before application.

Vietnam Trade Portal Government legal document portal National Single Window

CUSTOMS CLEARANCE DOCUMENTS

Commercial documents

Commercial Invoice.
Packing List.
Bill of Lading/Air Waybill.
Sales Contract/Purchase Order if any.
Certificate of Origin – C/O if claiming preferential duty.
Catalogue/Datasheet/User manual, original label photos and model list.

Specialized documents if applicable

State quality inspection registration.
Conformity certificate/declaration and EMC test report under QCVN 9 where applicable.
Product label file, Vietnamese supplementary label and technical documents.
Separate dossier for adapter, battery or RF module if included.

Data matching rule: product name, quantity, model, serial number, origin, voltage, power rating and technical parameters must match across commercial documents, catalogue, label, specialized dossier and customs declaration.

OPERATIONAL DOSSIER CHECKLIST

Dossier group	Required document	Used for which step	Usually prepared by	Common error	Pre-ETA check
Commercial	Invoice, Packing List, Contract/PO	Declaration and customs value	Importer/exporter	Generic name or wrong model	Compare invoice with catalogue and label
Transport	B/L or AWB, arrival notice	D/O, clearance, delivery	Forwarder/carrier/airline	Wrong consignee, packages or weight	Review pre-alert before ETA
Technical	Catalogue, datasheet, user manual, original label	HS and specialized policy review	Supplier/importer	Missing voltage/power/model	Request official PDF by model
C/O	Form D/E/VJ/VK/EUR.1… if any	Special preferential duty	Exporter	Wrong origin criterion or description	Compare draft C/O with invoice/B/L/HS
Conformity/QI	EMC test report/conformity under QCVN 9, conformity certificate/declaration and QI registration if applicable	Clearance/circulation	Importer/certification body	Missing test report or model outside certificate scope	Finalize model list before booking

KEY DECISION POINTS THAT MAY HOLD THE SHIPMENT

Decision point	Question to answer	Evidence	Consequence if unclear	Recommended handling
HS code	Is the product truly a household blender under 8509.40.00?	Catalogue, datasheet, label photos	HS query and wrong duty	Lock HS with technical file before ETA
Quality inspection	Is the model subject to MOST group-2 control?	Decision 2711, QCVN, test report	Additional specialized dossier request	Review list and prepare QI/conformity if needed
C/O	Is the C/O form, description and origin criterion correct?	C/O, invoice, B/L	FTA duty denied	Review draft C/O before issuance
Labeling	Are original and supplementary labels complete?	Original label and Vietnamese label	Post-clearance/circulation risk	Prepare Vietnamese label before ETA
Accessories	Are adapter, battery or RF modules included?	Packing list, photos	Unexpected specialized policy	Separate accessories clearly in documents

PRACTICAL E2E PROCESS

Step 1: Pre-ETA review

Lock HS 8509.40.00, review group-2 policy, MFN/FTA/VAT, C/O, original label, supplementary label and new/used condition.

Step 2: Freeze documents and technical file

Finalize Invoice, Packing List, B/L/AWB, catalogue, datasheet and model list; check product name, model, voltage, power, origin and quantity.

Step 3: Specialized inspection/conformity if applicable

Prepare quality inspection dossier, test report and conformity certificate/declaration by model. Do not wait until cargo arrival to start the technical dossier.

Step 4: Customs declaration

Green channel: system-based clearance under conditions. Yellow channel: document inspection. Red channel: document and physical inspection. Likely query points include value, HS, model, C/O, catalogue and specialized policy.

Step 5: Clearance, delivery and recordkeeping

Deliver cargo to warehouse, complete supplementary label/CR mark if applicable, keep shipment records and prepare supporting file for post-clearance audit.

PRE-ETA RISK CHECKLIST

Risk	Consequence	Pre-ETA control	Documents to check
Generic declaration as “kitchen appliance”	HS/policy query	Describe household electric blender, model and power	Invoice, catalogue, label
Missing QI/conformity file	Delayed clearance or circulation issue	Check Decision 2711/QD-BKHCN, QCVN 9 and test report before booking	Test report, certificate, QCVN
Incorrect C/O form/criterion	FTA duty denied	Review draft C/O against invoice/B/L/HS	C/O, invoice, B/L
Model mismatch	Explanation request or physical inspection	Freeze model list before shipment	Invoice, PL, catalogue, label
No Vietnamese supplementary label	Circulation risk after clearance	Prepare supplementary label before ETA	Original label, Decrees 43/111

FAQ – COMMON BUSINESS QUESTIONS

Does importing blenders require an import license?

Do not conclude absolutely. Ordinary household blenders may not require a separate import license, but may be subject to quality inspection/conformity requirements depending on model and applicable technical regulations.

What is the common HS Code for blenders?

The reference HS is 8509.40.00 for household food grinders/mixers or fruit/vegetable juice extractors with self-contained electric motor. Catalogue and actual use must be reviewed.

What are the import taxes for blenders?

Reference rates: ordinary duty 37.5%, MFN 25%; VAT may be 8% during the reduction period if eligible, while the standard/base rate is 10%; valid C/O may allow special preferential duty under the relevant FTA.

Is conformity certification required?

It may be required if the model falls within group-2 goods and corresponding QCVN. Check Decision 2711/QD-BKHCN, QCVN 9:2012/BKHCN/Amendment 1:2018 and the model-specific technical file.

Is Vietnamese supplementary labeling required?

Yes, for goods circulated in Vietnam. The supplementary label should match the original label, model, specifications and responsible entity.

Are samples or warranty replacement units handled the same as commercial goods?

Not automatically. Import type, use purpose, quantity, value and non-commercial undertaking may change dossier handling.

What if the invoice model differs from the catalogue?

Ask the supplier to correct documents or provide model list/explanation before declaration. Do not declare while model data remains inconsistent.

IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT FROM TGIMEX

This guide provides a map of HS code, tax, dossier and specialized policy for blenders. In an actual shipment, the importer must still review catalogue, datasheet, model, documents, origin and import purpose.

Pre-ETA reviewHS, specialized policy, C/O, tax, labeling, catalogue/datasheet/model.

Compliance controlCross-check Invoice, Packing List, B/L/AWB, C/O, test report, labels and technical file.

Customs & post-clearancePrepare declaration, handle channels, explain HS/value/origin and keep shipment records.

For shipments that may involve specialized inspection, C/O or labeling requirements, businesses should not wait until cargo arrival to start dossier review. Even a minor mismatch between Invoice, Packing List, catalogue, datasheet, C/O or label may lead to document requests, delayed clearance or unplanned storage charges.

TGIMEX supports E2E import planning: pre-ETA policy review, document checking, international freight coordination, customs declaration, clearance handling, domestic delivery and post-clearance recordkeeping.

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