Circular No. 06/1998/TT-BTM temporarily regulating the import of alcohol in 1998 applies to enterprises meeting the required conditions and does not include the import of alcohol for sale at duty-free shops. This circular specifies types of imported alcohol, import conditions, procedures to be followed, and the responsibilities of enterprises in importing and consuming alcohol.
적용 범위
Enterprises meeting the prescribed conditions
핵심 사항
- State-owned enterprises with a Business License for trading in appropriate commodity categories, having imported alcohol continuously for two years with an average value of over 200,000 USD annually, are selected as key importers of alcohol
- Enterprises must comply with the regulations on import and export of goods under the Law on Foreign Investment in Vietnam, except for enterprises engaged in hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas which may only sell to customers using the services within their premises
- Enterprises importing alcohol must sell wholesale (at discount prices) to traders registered to trade in alcohol according to current regulations and implement invoice, documentation, and accounting record systems
- Enterprises must update records of the quantity of alcohol imported and sold to each trader and their addresses, and submit monthly reports to the Ministry of Trade
- This circular takes effect 15 days after signing until March 31, 1999
🌐 이 문서의 사회적 영향
- Positive impact: Ensuring strict management of alcohol imports, preventing excessive imports that lead to waste and affect consumer health
- Negative impact: May create administrative burdens for enterprises due to compliance with numerous regulations
❓ 자주 묻는 질문
How many types of alcohol are specified in this circular?
This circular only regulates the import of alcohol and does not include the import of alcohol for sale at duty-free shops.
What conditions must an enterprise meet to be chosen as a key importer of alcohol?
State-owned enterprises with a Business License for trading in appropriate commodity categories, having imported alcohol continuously for two years with an average value of over 200,000 USD annually.
Which enterprises must comply with the regulations on import and export of goods under the Law on Foreign Investment?
Enterprises with foreign investment, except for those engaged in hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas which may only sell to customers using the services within their premises.
What regulations must enterprises follow when importing alcohol?
They must sell wholesale (at discount prices) imported alcohol to entities registered to trade in alcohol according to current regulations, comply with invoice, documentation, and accounting record systems, and update records of the quantity of alcohol imported and sold.
Until when is this circular effective?
This circular takes effect 15 days after signing until March 31, 1999.
전문
CIRCULAR
Interim Regulations on Importing Alcohol in 1998
BASED ON the Government Decree No. 33/CP dated April 19, 1994 on State Management of Export and Import Activities;
BASED ON the Prime Minister's Decision No. 11/1998/QĐ-TTg dated January 23, 1998 on the Mechanism for Managing Export and Import in 1998 and Implementing the National Policy on Thrift in Consumption in the Current Economic and Social Situation of the Country;
The Ministry of Trade hereby temporarily stipulates and guides the importation of alcohol in 1998 as follows:
I. GENERAL PROVISIONS:
Article 1. These Circulars regulate the importation of alcohol and the consumption of imported alcohol in 1998, except for the importation of alcohol for sale at duty-free shops.
Article 2. The alcohol referred to in these Circulars is alcohol or alcohol concentrate produced abroad and imported into Vietnam.
Article 3. Alcohol imported for circulation on the market must meet the following conditions:
Having valid import documents in accordance with current regulations.
Being affixed with the imported alcohol label as prescribed (for bottled alcohol produced abroad).
For bottled alcohol produced in Vietnam using imported alcohol concentrate, the packaging and brand name must include in addition to the information in the language of the country of origin, the name and address of the production facility, Investment License number (for foreign-invested enterprises) or Production License, alcohol content, and does not need to be affixed with the imported alcohol label.
II. CONDITIONS FOR IMPORTING ALCOHOL:
Article 1. The Ministry of Trade, based on consumption needs in each region, selects certain enterprises meeting the following conditions to act as principal importers of bottled alcohol from abroad in 1998:
State-owned enterprises holding a Business License for the relevant export-import commodity.
Having conducted alcohol imports in the two years 1996-1997 with an average annual value exceeding US$200,000.
Enterprises wishing to import alcohol in 1998 shall submit their application documents to the Ministry of Trade (Department of Export-Import Management, 21 Ngo Quyen Street, Hanoi).
Based on the approval document from the Ministry of Trade, enterprises shall handle import procedures at the customs office without needing to request quotas from the Ministry of Trade. For alcohol with an alcohol content of 30 degrees or higher, each enterprise may only import up to a value of US$150,000 annually; any amount exceeding this must be approved by the Ministry of Trade.
Article 2. Foreign-invested enterprises shall comply with the provisions on export and import of goods under the Law on Foreign Investment in Vietnam and related legal documents implementing the Law on Foreign Investment in Vietnam. Specifically, enterprises engaged in hotel, restaurant, and tourist area businesses may only sell imported alcohol to customers for immediate consumption within their premises.
Article 3. Regarding the import of alcohol concentrate:
Foreign-invested enterprises shall comply with the provisions of the Law on Foreign Investment in Vietnam and related legal documents.
For other enterprises, the Ministry of Trade will issue import permits based on Production Licenses issued by competent authorities. Enterprises must comply with legal provisions on industrial property rights and ensure food hygiene and safety.
Article 4. Enterprises importing alcohol must comply with the following provisions:
Only sell imported alcohol wholesale (at discount prices) to entities registered to trade in alcohol according to current regulations.
Adhere to the invoicing, documentation, and accounting record-keeping system as prescribed and must update records detailing the quantity of imported alcohol sold to each trader and their addresses.
Submit monthly reports on the situation of alcohol imports and consumption to the Ministry of Trade (Department of Export-Import Management and Department of Domestic Trade Policy).
III. IMPLEMENTATION PROVISIONS
These Circulars take effect 15 days from the date of signature until March 31, 1999.
During implementation, localities and enterprises should report any issues arising to the Ministry of Trade for timely supplementation and adjustment./.
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