Vietnams Ministry of Health has proposed a significant revision to Decree 15/2018/N?-CP through a new draft decree aimed at strengthening the regulatory framework for functional foods and dietary supplements. This initiative reflects the governments growing emphasis on consumer safety, product transparency, and scientific accountability in the health food sector.
The draft decree introduces stricter oversight of product development and registration processes for items such as health protection foods, medical nutrition, and infant foods for children under 36 months. Companies will be required to submit comprehensive documentation detailing their ingredient selection, scientific rationale, safety testing, quality standards, and packaging interactions. This includes a full trace of the products journey from research and development (R&D) through to market launch, ensuring that every stage meets national safety and efficacy benchmarks.
The proposed changes also aim to enhance transparency in the approval and monitoring of functional foods, which have seen rapid growth in Vietnams health-conscious consumer market. By mandating detailed disclosures and robust scientific validation, the Ministry seeks to prevent misleading claims and ensure that products deliver genuine health benefits.
This regulatory reform is part of Vietnams broader strategy to align with international food safety standards, improve public health outcomes, and foster responsible innovation in the nutrition industry. Stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft and submit feedback during the public consultation period before the decree is finalized.
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