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Circular No. 29/2010/TT-BNNPTNT promulgates "List of criteria and permissible limits for food safety of certain animal-origin food products imported, produced, and circulated domestically under the management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development."

Circular No. 29/2010/TT-BNNPTNT stipulates the List of criteria and permissible limits for food safety of certain animal-origin food products imported and produced and circulated domestically. This Circular applies to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, inspection agencies, manufacturers, importers, and related organizations and individuals.

Document No.29/2010/TT-BNNPTNT
Document typeCircular
Issuing authorityMinistry of Agriculture and Environment
Signed byLương Lê Phương — Thứ trưởng
Updated27/06/2026
SectorAgriculture and Rural Development
FieldUncategorized
Issued date06/05/2010
Effective date01/07/2010
Expiry date17/07/2017
StatusExpired
✦ Smart summary

Circular No. 29/2010/TT-BNNPTNT stipulates the List of criteria and permissible limits for food safety of certain animal-origin food products imported and produced and circulated domestically. This Circular applies to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, inspection agencies, manufacturers, importers, and related organizations and individuals.

Scope of application

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, inspection agencies, manufacturers, importers, and related organizations and individuals.

Key points

  • The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development promulgates the List of criteria and permissible limits for food safety of certain animal-origin food products imported (Annex 1) and aquatic products (Annex 2).
  • Inspection agencies designate criteria for analysis based on the aforementioned List and information about compliance history, food safety risk situations, and actual conditions of the consignment.
  • The head of the inspection agency decides on the designated criteria for analysis in accordance with the guidance of the superior agency.
  • This Circular takes effect from July 1, 2010, and will be reviewed and amended as necessary based on management requirements.
  • Any issues encountered during implementation should be promptly reported to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for consideration and resolution.

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive impact: Ensures food safety for consumers, prevents risks from imported and domestically produced products.
  • Negative impact: May increase inspection and supervision costs for manufacturers and importers. Time is required to adapt to new regulations.

❓ Frequently asked questions

To which products are the List of criteria and permissible limits applicable?

The List of criteria and permissible limits is applicable to certain animal-origin food products imported (Annex 1) and aquatic products (Annex 2).

Which agency decides on the criteria for analysis?

The head of the inspection agency decides on the criteria for analysis in accordance with the guidance of the superior agency.

When does this Circular take effect?

This Circular takes effect from July 1, 2010.

Is there a provision for reporting issues?

Yes, any issues encountered during implementation should be promptly reported to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for consideration and resolution.

When is this Circular reviewed and amended?

This Circular will be reviewed and amended as necessary based on management requirements.

Full text

CIRCULAR
Issuing the "List of Standards and Permissible Limits for Food Safety of Certain Animal-Origin Food Products Imported, Produced, and Circulated Domestically under the Management of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development"
Pursuant to Decree No. 01/2008/ND-CP dated January 3, 2008 of the Government stipulating the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and Decree No. 75/2009/ND-CP dated September 10, 2009 of the Government amending Article 3 of Decree No. 01/2008/ND-CP;
Pursuant to the Food Safety Ordinance No. 12/2003/PL-UBTVQH adopted by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly on July 26, 2003;
Pursuant to Decree No. 163/2004/ND-CP dated September 7, 2004 of the Government detailing the implementation of certain provisions of the Food Safety Ordinance;
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development hereby issues the List of Standards and Permissible Limits for Food Safety of Certain Animal-Origin Food Products Imported, Produced, and Circulated Domestically.
Article 1. 1. National Technical Regulation on Railway Traffic Signals, number QCVN 21:2025/BXD.
1. The List of Standards and Permissible Limits for Food Safety of Certain Terrestrial Animal-Origin Food Products (Annex 1);
2. The List of Standards and Permissible Limits for Food Safety of Aquatic Animal-Origin Products (Annex 2).
Article 2. This list serves as the basis for designated testing criteria. The designation of testing criteria is based on the aforementioned list and the following information:
1. Compliance history of the manufacturer and importer;
2. Actual risk situation from the place of production and the producing country;
3. Actual situation of the consignment and accompanying documentation;
4. The designated testing criteria must be decided by the head of the inspection agency, in accordance with the guidance of the superior agency.
Article 3. This Circular takes effect from July 1, 2010.
Article 4. This list will be reviewed and amended as necessary based on management requirements. During implementation, if there are any difficulties, relevant agencies, organizations, and individuals should promptly report them to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development for consideration and resolution.
Article 5. The Director of the Ministry's Office, the Director of the Quality Control Bureau for Agricultural and Forestry Products and Fisheries, the Heads of units under the Ministry, and related organizations and individuals are responsible for implementing this Circular./.
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