In today’s food market, product labels are not just a mandatory part of legal compliance; they are the “silent storyteller” about a brand’s quality, reputation, and value.
A food label that is professionally designed, clearly printed, and compliant with regulations helps consumers easily identify, trust, and choose the product among thousands of options on the shelf.
Food labels act as a bridge between the business and the customer, demonstrating the producer’s transparency, professionalism, and commitment to safety.
Legal Regulations on Food Labeling in Vietnam
According to Decree 43/2017/ND-CP and guiding documents from the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Ministry of Industry and Trade, all food products, food additives, and processing aids circulated in the Vietnamese market must have a label in Vietnamese, including the following mandatory information:
- Product name;
- Ingredients and composition;
- Net weight or volume;
- Date of manufacture, expiration date;
- Instructions for storage and use;
- Name and address of the organization or individual responsible for the product;
- Origin of goods;
- Safety warnings (if any).
Notably, according to Circular 15/2024/TT-BYT (effective from November 2, 2024), packaging materials and labels that directly contact food must meet food safety standards set by the Ministry of Health. This requires businesses to choose a printing unit that meets technical standards and uses safe materials.
Technical Requirements for Food Label Printing
To comply with industry standards, food labels must ensure:
Sharp, Fade-Resistant Print Quality
The label must clearly display letters, numbers, barcodes, and nutritional information. Vietlabel uses advanced multi-station Flexo printing technology and modern digital printing, ensuring sharpness, stable color, and non-fading properties in humid or cold storage conditions.
Safe and Eco-Friendly Materials
- PP, PET plastic decals: Suitable for frozen products and ready-to-eat foods.
- Coated paper decals or matte/gloss laminated film: Used for confectionery, tea, coffee, and dried goods.
- Silver, metallic foil decals, or kraft paper: Suitable for premium, organic, or handcrafted product lines.
All Vietlabel printing materials are tested and certified to meet food contact safety standards, ensuring they are non-toxic and will not contaminate the product with odors or chemicals.
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Vietlabel – Reputable Food Label Printing Provider
With a modern production line, a highly specialized design team, and a rigorous quality control process, Vietlabel is proud to be a trusted partner for hundreds of domestic and international food brands, especially in the following sectors:
- Processed & packaged foods (canned goods, sausages, cured meats, sauces, spices, etc.);
- Beverages & soft drinks (bottled water, fruit juice, tea, coffee, etc.);
- Agricultural products – regional specialties – organic foods.
Vietlabel’s Advantages
- Advanced printing technology: Flexo, UV, digital printing – meeting all order scales.
- Diverse designs & materials: Box labels, roll labels, shrink-wrap labels, imported sub-labels.
- Legal compliance assurance: Consultation on labeling according to the latest Circulars and Decrees.
- Full-service package: Design – printing – finishing – on-site delivery.
Food Labels – The First Step to Consumer Trust
A quality product is only truly recognized when accompanied by a professional, meticulous, and compliant label. This is not just a legal requirement but also a commitment from the business to consumers regarding origin, safety, and reputation.
Vietlabel understands this and always prioritizes quality, accuracy, and aesthetics in every food label product, contributing to the success of Vietnamese brands in both domestic and international markets.
Contact Information
VIETLABEL TRADING AND PRODUCTION JOINT STOCK COMPANY
Address: 266/6 Le Thi Rieng, Thoi An Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Phone: (+84) 086 896 8089
Email: thien@vietlabel.com.vn
Website: vietlabel.com.vn – vietlabel.vn