In the fiercely competitive global market, exporters of agricultural products face stringent requirements from trade partners and the standards of importing markets. With over 67 years of experience in inspection and testing, particularly for agricultural goods, Vinacontrol proudly offers leading third-party inspection services. Our services encompass precise, independent checks and international certifications, enabling businesses to maintain strict control over the quality and quantity of exported goods—ranging from dry agricultural products, liquids, fibers to packaged goods. Vinacontrol ensures products meet the highest standards, helping businesses conquer global markets with our comprehensive support.

1. What is agricultural product inspection?

Agricultural product inspection is the process of examining and assessing the quality and quantity of agricultural products to ensure they meet customer standards and requirements. The services include monitoring the loading and unloading process, sampling and analysis, weighing and quantity checks, inventory counting, and various other activities. Commonly inspected products include rice, cassava chips, wheat, coffee, cashew nuts, pepper, corn, beans, tea, and other agricultural commodities.

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2. Why is agricultural product inspection necessary before export?

Agriculture plays a crucial role in Vietnam's economy, contributing about 15% of GDP and employing over 40% of the labor force. With the continuous growth of Vietnam’s agricultural exports in recent years, ensuring quality and food safety is vital. To maintain brand reputation and meet the stringent standards of international markets, exporters must implement rigorous inspection and testing processes for agricultural products.

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3. Types of agricultural product inspection services offered by Vinacontrol

INSPECTION:

• Inspection of quantity and quality
• Verification of origin
• Condition assessment
• Loss assessment & loss distribution
• Inspection in the process of production (shop inspection)
• Pre-Shipment Inspection
• Check packaging, packing specifications
• Monitor the loading / unloading process
• Warehouse supervision
• Evaluate the safety of the supply chain

EXPERIMENT:

• Identify components
• Check nutrition and ingredients
• Testing and analysis of chemical compounds
• Microbiological tests
• Toxic test
• Biodegradation test
• Packaging testing
• Inspection of food safety and hygiene

CERTIFICATION:

• Evaluation of Good Manufacturing Practices - GMP
• Reviewed by BRC Food Standards
• OHSAS 18001
• Evaluation of HACPP
• Factory Review
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Consulting and evaluating compliance with food safety requirements
• Certificate of greenhouse effect under JCM and ISCC
• Management system certification (ISO9001, 14001, 50001, 22001, HACCP ...)
• Certification of standardized products
• Certification of conformity products

OTHER SERVICE:

• Verify supply units
• Support to find units to provide goods / services
• Fumigation service
• Valuation
• Collateral Management
• Educate
• Risk management
• Evaluation of sustainable development
• Social responsibility assessment

4. Criteria for choosing a reliable agricultural product inspection company

To select a reputable agricultural product inspection company, businesses should consider the following factors:

• Experience and Capability: The inspection company should have extensive experience and expertise in providing agricultural product inspection services, meeting international standards and export market requirements.
• Qualified Inspectors: The inspectors must possess high professional qualifications, receive comprehensive training, and have substantial practical experience in agricultural product inspection to ensure accuracy and reliability in the results.
• Modern Equipment: The company should have advanced equipment that meets high technical requirements for inspecting, analyzing, and assessing the quality of agricultural products, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the services provided.

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5. Benefits Vinacontrol provides to customers

With a team of experienced inspectors and analysts with high expertise in various agricultural products, along with nationally accredited laboratories (VILAS) that meet ISO/IEC 17025 standards, Vinacontrol is committed to delivering accurate, objective, timely inspection and testing results at reasonable costs, satisfying customer requirements.

For all inquiries about Vinacontrol's agricultural product inspection and testing services, please contact our hotline at 0243.943.3840 or chat directly with our experts for the best advice and support!