Decision No. 18/2003/QD-BKHCN on the cancellation of Vietnamese Standards

Decision No. 18/2003/QD-BKHCN of the Ministry of Science and Technology cancels three Vietnamese Standards related to construction mortar, cement, and testing methods.

Document No.18/2003/QĐ-BKHCN
Document typeDecision
Issuing authorityMinistry of Science and Technology
Signed byBùi Mạnh Hải — Thứ trưởng
Updated30/06/2026
SectorScience and Technology
FieldUncategorized
Issued date21/07/2003
Effective date19/08/2003
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decision No. 18/2003/QD-BKHCN of the Ministry of Science and Technology cancels three Vietnamese Standards related to construction mortar, cement, and testing methods.

Key points

  • The Ministry of Science and Technology cancels three Vietnamese Standards: TCVN 3121-79 (construction mortar), TCVN 4314-86 (construction mortar), and TCVN 4030-85 (cement).
  • The Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Citizens and businesses will no longer comply with the canceled Vietnamese Standards, which may cause difficulties in implementing construction projects.
  • Cement and construction mortar production facilities need to adjust their production processes and inspections according to new standards.

❓ Frequently asked questions

Who does this Decision apply to?

The Decision only applies to the listed Vietnamese Standards and does not affect other Standards.

When does the Decision take effect?

The Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.

How many Vietnamese Standards are canceled?

Three Vietnamese Standards are canceled: TCVN 3121-79, TCVN 4314-86, and TCVN 4030-85.

Is there a specific deadline mentioned in the Decision?

The sole deadline mentioned is fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette for the Decision to take effect.

On what legal basis is this Decision based?

The Decision is based on Decree No. 54/2003/NĐ-CP and the Quality of Goods Ordinance 1999.

Full text

MINISTRY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Independence - Freedom - Happiness
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Number: 18/2003/QĐ-BKHCN

Hanoi, July 21, 2003

Pursuant to …;

Regarding the cancellation of Vietnamese standards

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THE MINISTER OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

Pursuant to Decree No. 54/2003/NĐ-CP dated May 19, 2003 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Science and Technology;

Pursuant to the Ordinance on Product Quality dated December 24, 1999;

At the request of the Director General of the Standardization, Measurement, and Quality Control Department,

DECISION:

Article 1. Cancel the following three Vietnamese Standards:

1.

TCVN 3121-79

Mortar and mortar mixtures for construction - Mechanical and physical testing methods

2.

TCVN 4314-86

Construction mortar - Technical requirements

3.

TCVN 4030-85

Cement - Method for determining fineness of cement powder

Article 2. This Decision takes effect fifteen days from the date of publication in the Official Gazette./.

 

 

KT. MINISTER OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPUTY MINISTER
 
(Signed)

 Bui Manh Hai

 

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