Necessary Certificates to Export Goods to Major Markets 2026: Detailed Instructions

In the context of Vietnam's export market trend forecast to grow at over 8-15% in 2026 (turnover exceeding 500 billion USD), owning full export certificates is a mandatory "passport" for Vietnamese businesses to conquer major markets: China, US, EU, Japan, Korea. Without appropriate certificates, goods will be stuck at the border gate, or even the entire shipment will be rejected.

This article summarizes all necessary certificates for each market and industry (especially agricultural products such as durian), based on updated data from the Import-Export Department, SPS Vietnam Office, GACC China and EU Commission in 2026. At the same time, instructions on how to combine opening a stall on Alibaba to sell effectively, increasing the lead conversion rate by 300-500%.

If you are preparing to export, please contact us for advice on opening a booth right away through Mr. Dan – 0987258510 (ALIBABA.COM VIETNAM CO., LTD. - ALIBABA VIETNAM) for free support for certificate registration + professional booth design.

REQUIRED GENERAL CERTIFICATE FOR ALL VIETNAMESE EXPORT ENTERPRISES

Before exporting to any market, you need to:

Certificate of Origin (C/O)

• Certificate of origin, helps enjoy preferential tax under 17 FTAs ​​(EVFTA, CPTPP, RCEP...).

• Issued by VCCI or Ministry of Industry and Trade.

• In 2026, electronic C/O (e-C/O) will be mandatory for most markets.

Verified Supplier + Trade Assurance on Alibaba

• Not an official certificate but “gold” on the platform.

• Verified Supplier: Verify the real business (Business Verification).

• Trade Assurance: Up to 100% payment protection.

• Vietnamese sellers with both badges increase their closing rate 4-6 times.

ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000

• Global food safety management system.

• Required for most processed foods.

CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORT TO CHINA - A MARKET ACCOUNTING 93% OF VIETNAM'S PRIVATE DURIAN

China accounts for 45-50% of Vietnam's total agricultural export turnover in 2025-2026. Requirements are increasingly strict under Order 280 (replacing Order 248 from June 1, 2026).

Required Certificates:

• GACC Registration (GACC Code): Register production facility + growing area on GACC China portal. No code = no customs clearance.

• Phytosanitary Certificate: Issued by the Plant Protection Department.

• HACCP: Mandatory for frozen durian (Protocol 2024, applicable 2026).

• Testing for Cadmium residue and Yellow O: Applied from January 10, 2025, testing 100% of durian batches.

• GlobalGAP or equivalent: High priority for fresh fruit.

Real-life example of durian: In January 2026, Vietnam exported 117 million USD of durian to China thanks to 884,600 tons of full GACC + Phytosanitary. Businesses lacking either one will have the entire product returned.

CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORT TO EU - THE MOST DIFFICULT MARKET ABOUT "GREEN STANDARDS"

The EU applies CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) from 2026 and increases pesticide residue testing.

Required Certificates:

• GlobalGAP: Required for fresh fruits and vegetables (252 criteria, 95% met requirements).

• Phytosanitary Certificate: Except banana, coconut, durian (partial exemption).

• CE Marking: Required for industrial, electronic, machinery products (not food).

• REACH / RoHS: Chemicals, electronics (controls 240+ hazardous substances).

• Organic (EU Organic): If you want to sell organic products.

Note 2026: EU clamps down on Spodoptera frugiperda (gummy worm) and requires 100% inspection of dragon fruit. Businesses without GlobalGAP are almost unable to enter the EU.

CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORT TO THE US - VIETNAM'S LARGEST MARKET

The US accounts for 153 billion USD of Vietnamese exports in 2025, focusing on electronics, textiles, and agricultural products.

Required Certificates:

• FDA Registration: Register a food/pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing facility (free but requires a US Agent).

• FSVP (Foreign Supplier Verification Program): US importers must check Vietnamese suppliers.

• GlobalGAP / HACCP: For agricultural products.

• USDA Organic: For organic products.

Reality: In 2026, more than 90% of Vietnamese food shipments will be rejected because of lack of FDA or no FSVP.

CERTIFICATE FOR EXPORT TO JAPAN AND KOREA

Japan:

• GlobalGAP + strict quarantine.

• JAS (Japanese Agricultural Standard) for organic.

• MHLW (Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare) for food.

Korea:

• KFDA (Korea Food & Drug Administration): Registration of functional foods and cosmetics.

• GlobalGAP + electronic traceability.

Both markets prioritize products with ISO 22000 and Halal (if sold to the Muslim community in Korea).

CERTIFICATE OF SPECIAL INDUSTRY AND TRENDS 2026

Agricultural products (durian, fruit): GlobalGAP + Phytosanitary + GACC + HACCP. Processed foods: Halal (Middle East, Malaysia), Kosher (Jewish). Electronics, machinery: CE Marking + RoHS. Wood & furniture: FSC (Forest Stewardship Council). Chemical: REACH. Muslim products: Halal (28% increase in demand on Alibaba 2026).

Industry trends on Alibaba 2026: Global buyers prioritize sellers with Verified Supplier + at least 2 international certificates (GlobalGAP or FDA). Booths without certification reduce the likelihood of receiving RFQs by 70%.

HOW TO GET CERTIFIED FAST AND AT A REASONABLE COST (Practical GUIDE)

1. Internal assessment → Choose a reputable certification organization (TQC, UCC, ICERT, GGlobal).

2. Time: GlobalGAP 6-9 months; FDA 1-2 months; GACC 15-30 days.

3. Average cost 2026:

   • GlobalGAP: 80-150 million VND/year.

   • HACCP/ISO 22000: 50-100 million.

   • FDA: Free registration + 20-50 million consultation.

4. Support from Alibaba Vietnam: Mr. Dan will introduce reputable certification partners, reducing costs for sellers to open a booth by 20-30%.

SECRETS TO COMBINE CERTIFICATION WITH EFFECTIVE SALES ON ALIBABA

• Upload scanned certificates (GlobalGAP, FDA, HACCP) to the "Certification" section of the store → increase search rankings 5-7 times.

• Use keyword: “Vietnam Durian GlobalGAP GACC Certified 2026”.

• Join Vietnam Pavilion 2026 on Alibaba so big buyers (US, EU) can find it right away.

• Combining Trade Assurance + Verified Supplier = buyer trusts to order containers immediately without physical inspection.

Hundreds of Vietnamese durian and fruit businesses have signed contracts worth 20,000-100,000 USD/lot after just 2 months thanks to full certificates and professional booths on Alibaba.

REAL SUCCESS STORIES 2025 - 2026

Tien Giang Fruit Company (Ri6 durian): Only after having GlobalGAP + GACC + HACCP, revenue on Alibaba increased from 1.2 million USD (2024) to 4.8 million USD (2025). They are contacted directly by EU and US buyers through the platform.

ACT NOW FOR SUCCESSFUL EXPORT IN 2026

Necessary certificates are not just a procedure but a competitive advantage that determines the survival of Vietnamese businesses in the global market. With export market trends and industry trends on Alibaba in 2026 prioritizing products with international certification, owning them will help you expand from China to the US and EU without worrying about risk.

Don't let a missing certificate disrupt your order! Contact us for advice on opening a store on Alibaba and support in preparing certificates today:

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