Import Hair steamer to Vietnam: Customs procedures; import duty and transportation 2026

Do you want to export Hair steamer to Vietnam? Do you need to calculate freight from the export warehouse to Vietnam? You want to know about Vietnam’s procedure and import duties for importing Hair steamer to Vietnam?  Import procedures for Hair steamer?

In this article, Logistics HP Global Vietnam, whose many years in providing freight and logistics services import Hair steamer from many countries to Vietnam, will share knowledge and advice on the above issues.

HS code and import duty of Hair steamer in Vietnam year 2026

HS Code, Duties, Taxes on importing Hair steamer to Vietnam:

Hair steamer’s HS code in Chapter 85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and parts and accessories of such articles

When importing Hair steamer to Vietnam, the importer needs to pay

• Import value-added tax (VAT)
• Import duty

Note: The HS code and taxes mentioned above are for reference only.

Import duty on Hair steamer into Vietnam from Major Markets in 2026

• Hair steamer import duty from China to Vietnam: 0% (ACFTA) or 12,5% (RCEP)
• Hair steamer import duty from India to Vietnam: *(The item is exempt from VAT)
• Hair steamer import duty from USA to Vietnam: 25% (Preferential Import duty)
• Hair steamer import duty from ASEAN to Vietnam: 0% (ATIGA) or 12,5% (RCEP)
• Hair steamer import duty from Korea to Vietnam: 5% (AKFTA or VKFTA) or 12,5% (RCEP)
• Hair steamer import duty from Japan to Vietnam: 0% (AJCEP or VJEPA or CPTPP) or 13,6% (RCEP) )
• Hair steamer import duty from UK to Vietnam: 0% (UKVFTA)
• Hair steamer import duty from EU countries to Vietnam: 0% (EVFTA)
• Hair steamer import duty from Australia to Vietnam: 0% (AANZFTA) or 12,5% (RCEP)
• Hair steamer import duty from Russia to Vietnam: 0% (VN-EAEUFTA)
• Hair steamer import duty from Canada to Vietnam: 0% (CPTPP)
• Hair steamer import duty from Mexico to Vietnam: 0% (CPTPP)

The above list is import taxes on Hair steamer from some major markets. Note: for countries with FTAs, goods can only enjoy Special preferential import taxes above if they meet the conditions as required by the agreement. If the conditions of the agreement are not met, they will enjoy Preferential import tax.

Governmental management on importing Hair steamer to Vietnam

What certificates are required in importing Hair steamer to Vietnam?  

Hair steamer are under management of the Ministry of Science and Technology, when importing into Vietnam, the importer is required to perform quality inspection and certification of conformity, as specified in Decision 2711/QD-BKHCN.

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Customs procedure of import Hair steamer into Vietnam

Hair steamers fall under the specialized management of the Ministry of Science and Technology and are classified as goods with a medium risk level; therefore, importers must complete the declaration of conformity when importing them into Vietnam (in accordance with Circular No. 36/2016/TT-BKHCN).

Customs procedure to import Hair steamer into Vietnam:

What documents are required for importing Hair steamer to Vietnam? What procedures are needed for importing Hair steamer to Vietnam?

Due to specialized management policies as mentioned above, when importing Hair steamer, in addition to the import document set in accordance with standard regulations (Invoice; Bill of Lading; Packing List; Certificate of Origin if needed..), the importer also need to hand out:

• Results of conformity certification issued by a certification body that is accredited or designated by the Ministry of Science and Technology in accordance with the law on standards and technical regulations and the law on product and goods quality; self-assessment results of organizations or individuals.

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Label for Hair steamer imported to Vietnam:

Under Decree No. 37/2026/ND-CP, imported Hair steamer must comply with Vietnam’s labeling requirements and any applicable specialized regulations. Pursuant to Decree No. 37/2026/NĐ-CP, imported goods must comply with Vietnam’s labeling regulations and relevant specialized regulations.

• Original label: At the time of customs clearance, the original label must at least indicate:
• Product name;
• Country of origin;
• Name and address of the manufacturer or the overseas organization/individual responsible for the product.

Vietnamese supplementary label: Before the product is placed on the Vietnamese market, a Vietnamese supplementary label must be affixed, providing the mandatory information translated from the original label and any additional information required according to the product’s characteristics and applicable regulations, such as product name, technical specifications, safety warnings, instructions for use/storage, production date or other required information.

Note: For machinery, equipment, tools, and articles, businesses must include the following additional information on the label: the dimensions of the product or goods unit.

Step-by-Step: Vietnam Customs Clearance Process for Hair steamer

The following steps apply to the majority of Hair steamer shipments imported by sea or air freight.

Step 1 – Sign the contract and confirm shipment terms: Agree on Incoterms (FOB, CIF, EXW, etc.), payment method (T/T, L/C), and required documentation with your supplier.

Step 2 – Obtain any required permits before shipment: If Hair steamer requires an import license or specialized inspection registration, apply early — some permits take 2–4 weeks to issue. Do not wait until goods arrive.

Step 3 – Receive original shipping documents: Check Invoice, Packing List, B/L, and C/O carefully before filing. Request corrections immediately if any errors are found.

Step 4 – File customs declaration (VNACCS system): Declare product details, HS code, customs value, and origin on Vietnam’s VNACCS/VCIS electronic customs system. The system assigns a clearance lane: Green (immediate release), Yellow (document check), Red (physical inspection).

Step 5 – Pay import duties and VAT: Once the duty notice is issued, pay import duty, VAT, and any applicable fees. Payment deadline: 30 days from declaration registration date (shorter for consumer goods).

Step 6 – Collect the goods: Present the Delivery Order (D/O) to the port/warehouse operator. Inspect the cargo on receipt. Transport to your warehouse or distribution center.

Common Mistakes and Key Risks When Importing Hair steamer into Vietnam

This section covers the issues that most frequently cause delays, financial losses, or compliance problems — based on real import cases.

Most common mistakes

• Incorrect HS code declaration: Filing the wrong HS code leads to incorrect duty assessment, potential back-payment demands, and administrative penalties. Always verify before declaring.
• Invalid or incorrect Certificate of Origin: Customs may reject a C/O that uses the wrong form, has incomplete details, or does not match the invoice. Check carefully before accepting documents from your supplier.
• Missing specialized permits when goods arrive: If Hair steamer requires a pre-import permit and it has not been obtained, the shipment will be held at port — potentially for months — while the permit is processed. Storage costs accumulate rapidly.
• Undervaluing goods for customs purposes: Vietnam Customs applies reference price databases. Declaring a value below the reference price triggers reassessment, back-duties, and delays.
• Failing to inspect cargo at the port: Once you sign for delivery, claims for shortage or damage become very difficult to pursue.

Best practices for smooth clearance

• Prepare all documents before the shipment departs — do not wait for goods to arrive at the port.
• Keep import records for a minimum of 5 years for post-clearance audit compliance.
• For your first Hair steamer shipment, work with a licensed customs broker experienced with this product category.
• Monitor FTA tariff schedules annually — rates change on a scheduled reduction roadmap.

Procedures for Importing Certain Similar Products

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