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adminici | 16/03/2021

Mandatory Traceability of products and foods

The Ministry of Health has just issued Circular No. 25/2019 / TT-BYT regulating the traceability of food products under the management of the Ministry of Health. Mandatory traceability applies to any production and business establishments? On August 30, 2019, the Ministry of Health has just issued Circular 25/2019 / TT-BYT regulating the traceability of products and foods under the management of the Ministry of Health. The Circular comes into force from October 16, 2019. So, which production and business establishments are under the management of the Ministry of Health? And to ensure that traceability is performed according to what requirements? 1. Applicable object is required to traceability This Circular applies to organizations and individuals involved in the production and trading of food products. Or have activities related to food safety under the management of the Ministry of Health in Vietnam. And specifically, below are the provisions in Appendix II issued together with the Government's Decree No. 15/2018 / ND-CP dated February 2, 2018, under the management authority of the Ministry of Health. Production and trading related to products, food groups under compulsory traceability. LIST OF FOOD PRODUCTS / GROUPS OF FOOD - GOODS UNDER THE MANAGEMENT OF THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH 2. Principles of product and food origin traceability In Circular 25/2019 / TT-BYT, the Ministry of Health also gives three specific traceability principles: Traceability of food products according to the principle of "one step up - one step" is the tracking and identification of the pre-production and post-production stages in the establishment; the first production and / or business establishment and the following production and / or business establishment for food products. Food product traceability is performed according to product batches. This may include the traceability of the batch of relevant raw materials used to produce or process the batch of food products. Information used to trace unsafe food products is obtained from the product traceability system established by food product manufacturers and traders and other relevant information. concerned. Accordingly, regarding the traceability, production and business establishments must: 3. Requirements for establishments that manufacture and / or trade in food products Establish a system of traceability data to keep complete information about product batches, origin, product safety, raw materials, production process, processing, storage and distribution. Store and maintain data for a minimum of 12 months from the expiration date of the batch. 24 months from the production date of the product batch, for tools and materials contained. No expiry date is required for the tool or its container. Traceability of products according to regulations and report results of implementation to competent authorities up to 05 working days after self-discovery or receiving warnings from organizations or individuals. or as requested by the competent authority. Analyzing and determining the cause of unsafety for the batch of products to be traced. In case of unsafe products, they must be recalled and disposed of. Apply a traceability data system according to identification code when required by the competent authority.

adminici | 16/03/2021

Product Traceability Benefits for Consumers

More and more businesses are using traceability services as a means of ensuring the reliability of their products. So for consumers, what will they benefit when using products that apply product traceability? Traceability benefits for consumers Traceability service is a smart solution that is being widely developed in the current period. In a time when counterfeit products are increasingly difficult to manage, the need to thoroughly understand the origin of products is increasing, the traceability will become extremely convenient. 1. Make sure you do not buy fake goods or counterfeit goods For every family, the health of its members is always the most concerned factor. The important issue is the origin of the product, how is it produced or grown? Are there toxins or using any growth drugs? Currently, many brands advertise as clean food, in accordance with the standard, the other standard category. But these things just listen to advertising, can not verify with their own eyes.  

adminici | 16/03/2021

Ha Tinh: Produce organic rice according to Organic standards

Ha Tinh in key districts such as Cam Xuyen, Duc Tho, Thach Ha, Ky Anh ... has successfully deployed some organic rice production models according to Organic standards. Determination Ha Tinh aims to produce organic rice chains according to the Organic standard For generations, Ha Tinh farmers still have the habit of producing according to custom Abusing pesticides, using a lot of inorganic fertilizers, affecting soil, water, and living environment in the production area. Every year, the local specialized branch still regularly propagates people to strengthen the implementation of measures to improve the land, towards the safe production of agricultural products. However, in fact, the concept of how to produce a clean product, meeting the standards of organic rice, both grassroots officials and local people are still very vague.  

adminici | 16/03/2021

“Opportunities” for exporting Vietnamese agricultural products to the European Union market

The European Union (EU) is a large, diversified and well-priced agricultural consumer market. In 2019, the EU imported $ 166 billion of raw and processed agricultural products. However, Vietnam's agricultural exports to this market until the time before the Vietnam - EU Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA) came into effect is very modest. Enforcement of rules of origin in the EVFTA agreement: Take advantage of it New EU regulation on organic products for grain, bean and oilseed exporters Export turnover of agricultural products In 2019, Vietnam's agricultural exports to the EU only reached 3.4 billion USD. In which, approximately 70% (2.35 billion USD) is raw agricultural products (coffee, tea, cashew, rice, ...). In addition to the factors of product quality, processing capacity, geographical distance, ... tax and non-tax barriers are an important reason why Vietnam has not effectively exploited this potential market. While raw agricultural products are entitled to a 0% rate, processed goods are taxed. Many Vietnamese agricultural products with export potential (rice, cassava, garlic, mushrooms, sugar ...) do not have the opportunity to access this market because they are regulated by quotas. From August 1, 2020, the EVFTA Agreement came into effect, opening opportunities for bilateral trade between the European Union and Vietnam. EVFTA is the first trade agreement the EU has signed with a developing country. As a new-generation free trade agreement, the agreement aims to be a much higher degree of trade liberalization than the WTO, which was the previous framework to regulate trade between Vietnam and the EU. Tax and non-tariff barriers are partially removed as soon as the agreement comes into effect and will be completely removed according to the schedule after 5-7 years of implementation. Customs procedures, quality control, food hygiene and safety are facilitated to minimize the time and cost of procedures. These positive factors make EVFTA are expected to open up great opportunities for Vietnam's export growth to this market, especially agricultural exports. Because basically EU import tariffs on other industrial products have been eliminated or at a very low level. The opportunity to take advantage of the benefits of EVFTA to boost agricultural exports to this market comes not only from the elimination of taxes and quotas, but also from trade facilitation mechanisms. In addition to completely abolishing import duties on most items within 5-7 years, the EU grants tariff quotas within the 0% quota for remaining items that Vietnam has export potential. such as rice, raw sugar, sweet corn, garlic, mushrooms ... Trade facilitation mechanisms that have direct impact on agricultural exports include unifying regulations on quarantine and food hygiene and safety. simplifying procedures for issuing and checking certificates of origin, ... Two groups of Vietnamese goods will have the opportunity to take advantage of EVFTA to export to the EU after the agreement is implemented, including: "The door" for Vietnamese agricultural products to enter the European Union market (i) Goods eligible for a tariff rate quota with a tariff within the quota of 0%.

adminici | 16/03/2021

Certification of compliance Disposable medical gloves

After masks, antibacterial hand sanitizers, medical gloves and disposable gloves are the next product at risk of 'burning' goods due to the COVID-19 pandemic caused by the new corona virus (SARS-CoV- 2). Many people wear disposable medical gloves to avoid touching potentially contaminated surfaces in public. As with other medical devices, gloves must be certified to be compliant with gloves before being marketed. Certification of single-use glove compliance, which is a must. Therefore, reputable manufacturers need to seek quality standard certification for disposable medical gloves. Găng tay sử dụng một lần Legal grounds TCVN 6343-1:2007 (ISO 11193-1:2002) Disposable medical gloves >>> Download ISO 11193-1: 2002, Disposable medical examination gloves https://clv.vn/tcvn-6343-1-2007-gang-kham-benh-su-dung-mot-lan/ What are disposable medical gloves? Medical gloves (disposable gloves) are disposable gloves for medical use; procedure to help prevent cross-contamination between caregivers and patients. The distinction of left and right hands plus softness of the product brings a sense of comfort and integrity for the user. In addition, there will be a sense of comfort with the function of reducing hand sweat, not causing discomfort. Smooth surface feels natural, comfortable and easier to handle. At the same time, the wrists are contoured, making them easy to wear and avoid tearing. Made from various polymers including latex, nitrile rubber, polyvinyl chloride and neoprene; they must not be mixed with flour, or mixed with cornstarch to lubricate gloves, making them easier to put on their hands. Protein and chemical levels on gloves are lowest to limit skin allergies for the user. Certification of compliance with disposable gloves Scope of application This International Standard specifies the specifications for sealed non-sterile sterile rubber gloves or gloves to be used in medical examination and diagnosis or treatment, to protect against disease transmission. between patient and user. This International Standard also includes latex gloves for handling contaminated medical specimens and gloves with a smooth or rough surface on part or all of the glove. This International Standard specifies the performance and safety of medical latex gloves. The safety and proper use of glove and disinfection procedures with subsequent handling, packaging and storage procedures are not covered by this International Standard. Procedures for certifying the standard conformity of disposable gloves Step 1: Register for a certificate Step 2: The Vietnamese Quality Expert evaluates the factory condition; Sampling products for testing Step 3: Issue product certificate of conformity with standards (valid for 03 years) Step 4: Announcing product standard conformity Deployment time The implementation time for glove standard conformity certification depends on many factors such as internal implementation progress, factory condition assessment results, quality assurance conditions, and time to return results. product of the laboratory. A typical timeframe is as follows: Certification evaluation + Sample test: 15 to 30 days. Announcing product standard conformity from 15 to 20 days. Benefits apply Reducing product costs by reducing costs of handling defective products; The standard conformity certificate is a reliable and accepted proof of bidding; Increasing competitive opportunities in the market; Meet national statutory requirements; Gain the trust of customers and consumers; Satisfy the needs of consumers.

adminici | 16/03/2021

Guide to VietGAP certification procedures

VietGAP standards are regulations on good agricultural practices for agricultural and aquatic products in Vietnam. Meeting the standards and being granted VietGAP certification will help agricultural production and business units increase their value as well as their competitive advantage. So how is the VietGAP certification procedure for the product? What is VietGAP certification? VietGAP (Vietnamese Good Agricultural Practices) means: Good Agricultural Practices in Vietnam, issued by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for each product, product group of cultivation, fisheries, and livestock. .VietGAP is the principles, order and procedures that guide organizations and individuals to produce, harvest and handle after harvest to ensure safety, improve product quality, and ensure social welfare. the health of producers and consumers; at the same time protecting the environment and traceability of production. Conditions for VietGAP certification VietGAP is Vietnam's own set of agricultural standards issued on January 28, 2008. Organizations and enterprises that want to achieve VietGAP certification need to meet the following 4 criteria: Standard for production techniques. Food safety standards, including measures to ensure the absence of chemical or physical contamination at harvest. Working environment standards, the purpose is to prevent the abuse of labor force by farmers. Product traceability, this standard allows to identify problems from the production to the consumption of the product.  

adminici | 16/03/2021

Seek an origin – QR Code

Traceability with the Qr-Code application is not merely scanning the code to receive basic information of the product, but this solution also helps the user to trace back to the deepest origin of the goods. Only through a few simple steps, consumers or managers can capture information of a product. From the production stage, the origin of raw materials, the personnel in charge, ... of each stage before reaching the buyers' hands. To find out what traceability is ?, and their benefits in today's society. Invite everyone to read through the article below. Traceability - What does QR Code mean? Dùng smarphone để quét mã QR Code Electronic traceability helps users to trace and find out information about the origin and origin of products, trace back from the place of production, stages, certification in processing, transport and preservation, ... through scanning a QR Code (a small square-sized matrix barcode) with a smartphone. Currently on the market, there are many applications of QR Code, in which information retrieval is one of the The application brings many great benefits to the market and society. However, not all products with QR Code codes also become products with access information, many products have QR Code codes to contain basic information such as: Product name, logo, price, ... is not true traceability. Traceability must ensure important information Product name, price information, volume, quantity, date of manufacture, expiry date. Production diary: Includes standards, certifications (VietGAP, GlobalGAP, ..), methods used to produce, detailed to each time, work and personnel assigned. Shipping and sales log: Locate the product's location, time, and owner in real time. In addition, there are many other information that can be updated through traceability that businesses as well as consumers have not fully utilized such as advertising, brand promotion, recall, electronic warranty. , online feedback, ... It can be seen that the smart traceability solution is a comprehensive system that helps the market become more transparent about information, helps consumers to be more intelligent when choosing products and helps managers. easy to capture the market. Benefits of traceability QR Code In fact, traceability brings many benefits "seller convenience, convenience of buyer"  

adminici | 15/03/2021

Circular 10/2020 / TT-BNNPTNT on the List of plant protection drugs permitted for use and banned from use in Vietnam