Introduction: Common Concerns from Vietnamese Buyers
Many Vietnamese food processors are looking to import sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) for use in noodles, baked goods, and snacks. However, one common hesitation remains:
“Is Chinese sodium bicarbonate accepted and trusted in Vietnam?”
This is a fair question, especially when food safety, labeling regulations, and import compliance are top priorities. In this article, we’ll explore how Chinese baking soda is used by Vietnamese food factories, what standards are met, and how reliable exporters ensure smooth import and approval.
Learn more about how Vietnamese food processors use sodium bicarbonate across food and feed industries.
✅ 1. Chinese Sodium Bicarbonate Is Already Widely Used in Vietnam
Over the past 10 years, China has become Vietnam’s top supplier of food-grade sodium bicarbonate. Whether it’s used in:
- Rice noodle (bánh phở) manufacturing
- Cake and cookie production lines
- Fried snacks for export markets
- Beverage additives and pH regulators
Vietnamese companies rely on Chinese producers to supply high-purity baking soda that meets local and international standards.
🔍 According to customs data, over 65% of sodium bicarbonate imported into Vietnam in the past year came from Chinese factories.
See our product lineup for sodium bicarbonate exports from Qingdao to Vietnam.
✅ 2. Certifications that Support Product Acceptance
Chinese food-grade sodium bicarbonate is acceptable to Vietnamese buyers when the supplier can provide proper documentation. Key certifications include:
| Certification | Description |
|---|---|
| HALAL | Required for Muslim market exports or certified food brands |
| ISO 9001 / HACCP | Shows clean production & traceability |
| COA (Certificate of Analysis) | Lists batch-specific purity, pH, moisture, mesh size |
| MSDS | Ensures safe handling and compliance |
| Form E (Certificate of Origin) | Eligible for ASEAN trade benefits |
| OEM Labeling in Vietnamese | Optional but helpful for consumer-facing products |
✅ At Bergano Chemical, all shipments to Vietnam include a COA and HALAL certificate by default.
✅ 3. How Vietnamese Food Factories Evaluate Baking Soda
📌 Key criteria that matter most:
- Purity ≥99.0%
- Mesh size: 80–100 mesh for smooth dough blending
- No caking or impurities visible in the bag
- Stable packaging (25kg PP bags with liner)
- Batch numbers & clear labeling on each bag
- Ability to trace documentation and country of origin
Most factories perform in-house testing upon arrival. As long as COA and shipment specs match what was promised, there’s no barrier to use.
We also supply feed-grade sodium bicarbonate for aquaculture and livestock.
🧪 Some buyers may also request a pre-shipment sample for lab testing before placing a full order.
✅ 4. Common Myths About Chinese Baking Soda
❌ “Chinese baking soda is low quality.”
→ Not true. China produces world-class baking soda in industrial and food grades. What matters is choosing the right exporter.
❌ “Vietnam customs don’t allow Chinese food chemicals.”
→ False. Chinese food ingredients are allowed as long as documents, labeling, and testing standards are met.
❌ “HALAL or KOSHER can’t be provided from China.”
→ Outdated. Many Chinese suppliers (including Bergano Chemical) work with approved certifying bodies and include HALAL documentation with each order.
✅ 5. What Makes a Chinese Supplier Trusted in Vietnam?
Not all suppliers are the same. Vietnamese buyers value exporters who:
- ✅ Have actual food-grade production lines, not just traders
- ✅ Can provide official documentation (COA, HALAL, MSDS)
- ✅ Ship consistently from Qingdao or Tianjin Port
- ✅ Offer flexible MOQ for trial orders (5–10 MT)
- ✅ Allow OEM labeling and palletized shipping
- ✅ Support third-party inspection (SGS, BV) upon request
🎯 Bergano Chemical ships regularly to Vietnam with all the above services, including full documentation and label customization.
Learn more about our export capabilities and support for the Vietnam market.
🧾 6. What Do Vietnamese Importers Say?
🗣️ “We received our order with HALAL documents and COA exactly as promised. The sodium bicarbonate dissolved cleanly and worked perfectly in our bánh canh flour mix.”
— Bánh Hưng Co., Ho Chi Minh
🗣️ “Your bags were well packed and passed our moisture and mesh test. We’ll reorder soon with Vietnamese labels.”
— Nguyen Baking Ingredients, Hanoi
✅ These are real scenarios from buyers who first had doubts, but gained confidence after receiving a compliant, clean, and traceable batch.
🛡️ 7. Final Checklist: How to Ensure Smooth Acceptance
If you’re sourcing from China, make sure your supplier offers the following:
✅ Food-grade COA with batch-specific data
✅ HALAL and/or ISO documentation
✅ Proper packaging: 25kg, palletized if needed
✅ Pre-shipment photos and video inspection
✅ Sample availability for testing
✅ Labeling options (OEM or bilingual) See how sodium bicarbonate is applied across food, beverage, and animal feed industries.
✅ Reliable port logistics (Qingdao preferred)
This is how reliable exporters build trust with Vietnamese buyers — not only by offering documents, but by backing them with consistency.
📩 Here’s what some of our buyers say:
Vietnamese buyers often begin with caution. Concerns about documentation, packaging accuracy, or product performance are common — especially for new importers sourcing food-grade baking soda from China for the first time.
But once the first shipment arrives — with clear labeling, proper HALAL and COA documents, and consistent powder quality — most buyers become long-term clients.
🗣️ “We tested Bergano’s sodium bicarbonate in our bánh canh flour. The texture and rise were excellent. The COA and HALAL were delivered exactly as promised.”
— Purchasing Manager, Food Ingredients Distributor in Ho Chi Minh CityThese kinds of results have led many Vietnamese factories to shift from local resellers to direct imports from certified Chinese suppliers.
🎯 More than 70% of our Vietnamese buyers return to place a second order within 30 days.
📩 Ready to Order or Request a Sample?
If you’re unsure whether Chinese sodium bicarbonate is accepted by Vietnamese food factories — now you know the answer is yes, with the right supplier.
Bergano Chemical has the certifications, packaging, and export experience to deliver baking soda you can use immediately — with confidence.
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