A young population, rising middle-class incomes and female labor force participation are driving Vietnamese consumerism. 42 percent of Vietnam’s population, which is estimated 91.6 million in 2014 and is growing by 1 percent annually, is under 25 years of age. Total U.S.-Vietnam bilateral trade has grown steadily from $1.5 billion in 2001 to $34.9 billion in 2014, making Vietnam one of the important trading partners and 12th largest destination for agricultural exports. Despite this amazing growth, doing business in Vietnam can be a challenge for exporters. At times, the maze of seemingly conflicting regulations may present a formidable barrier to trade, yet at the same time, the country is evolving and becoming more business-friendly in other respects.

Helpful Links:

• Exporter Guide 3-27-2015
• Food Service - Hotel Restaurant Institutional 12-28-2017
• Retail Foods 12-28-2017
• Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards - Narrative 12-28-2017