THE HANOI TIMES — Experts at the workshop titled “Textile Product Traceability: The Importance of Transparency and Digital Transformation for Sustainable Development” emphasized that product traceability demands an integrated technological system. This system must track the entire supply chain, from raw materials and manufacturing to packaging, trading, and market distribution. The workshop was held on December 17 as part of the ongoing Hanoi Textile & Garment Industry and Fabric Garment Accessories Expos 2025.
The Hanoi Textile & Garment Industry and Fabric Garment Accessories Expos 2025 (HanoiTex & HanoiFabric 2025) attracted numerous experts and visitors. Photos: Anh Kiet/The Hanoi Times
Pham Van Quan, CEO of Checkee Technology JSC, noted that QR codes or chips embedded in products are often used for promotional purposes. While scanning these directs users to a website or social media page, this only scratches the surface of comprehensive product traceability.
Pham Van Quan, CEO of Checkee Technology JSC, delivering a speech at the workshop.
Vietnam’s amended Law on Product and Goods Quality, effective January 1, 2026, mandates traceability for all high-risk products. To comply, Quan proposed the implementation of digital passports for each product. These passports would store all data under a unique code, preventing duplication.
The digital passport must include details specified by the Ministry of Science and Technology, such as product name, image, unit, address, production details, traceability code, trademark, expiration date, and compliance with state standards.
Linked to the national portal, this system enables consumers to access full product information by scanning with a smartphone. “Technology is crucial for transparency and credibility,” Quan stated. “Digital traceability solutions help businesses meet market demands and enhance competitiveness.”
Bui Thi May, Director of Maya DIY Trading and Service Co., Ltd., engages with foreign partners at the event.
Bui Thi May, Director of Maya DIY Trading and Service Co., Ltd., echoed Quan’s sentiments, emphasizing that traceability is essential for businesses in the modern era, particularly for international expansion. “It’s a critical factor for improving quality, expanding export markets, and integrating deeper into the global supply chain,” she told The Hanoi Times.
May highlighted that businesses currently use physical anti-counterfeit labels, QR codes, barcodes, SMS-based electronic labels, and proprietary local systems. However, challenges persist, including fragmented systems, inconsistent identifiers, and unreliable data authentication.
“I observe three key trends in the market: traceability will become mandatory and fully standardized; technology will shift from physical to digital anti-counterfeiting and intelligent data systems; and traceability data itself will emerge as a valuable business asset,” May added.
Way Chuan, Business Manager of SAB Industrial (Vietnam) Company Limited, attends the event.
Way Chuan, Business Manager of SAB Industrial (Vietnam) Company Limited, underscored the role of modern traceability technologies in fostering transparency, accountability, and enhanced product value. These technologies also strengthen competitiveness and improve the customer experience.
“Vietnam will rapidly advance in this field, much like its progress with digital tax systems, e-invoicing, and QR-based payments,” Way Chuan remarked to The Hanoi Times. “Companies that prioritize transparency, trust, data-driven decision-making, and compliance with standards will be the ones to thrive sustainably.”
Traceability in Vietnam is transitioning from ad-hoc adoption to standardized and regulated implementation, particularly in exports. The government has outlined a legal framework, national standards, and technical guidelines.
In June, the Ministry of Public Security announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and VNPT to develop a system for tracing the origin of goods. Once operational, this platform will help consumers verify product origins, contributing to the prevention of trade fraud, counterfeiting, and smuggling.
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The Hanoi Textile & Garment Industry and Fabric Garment Accessories Expos 2025 (HanoiTex & HanoiFabric 2025) commenced on December 16 at the I.C.E International Exhibition Center. The event featured over 250 exhibitors from nine countries and territories, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions for the textile and garment industry. This three-day event is recognized as one of the largest and most influential textile trade fairs in northern Vietnam, with strong participation from India, South Korea, Hong Kong (China), Japan, Singapore, Switzerland, China, Taiwan (China), and Vietnam. |
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