Vietnam Clarifies 2026 Salt Import Quota Rules

Vietnam’s Circular 03/2026/TT-BCT has established the 2026 framework for salt import tariff-rate quotas (TRQs). The new rules prioritize traders who use salt directly as a raw material for medicines, medical products, and chemical manufacturing.

The measure is designed to protect strategic industrial feedstock while managing the domestic market balance. By providing clearer eligibility rules, Vietnam aims to give manufacturers better visibility for long-term procurement and regulatory compliance.