Yes, Slapjacks are legal in Vietnam when sold as confectionery, but their production and marketing must comply with food safety and advertising regulations enforced by the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Vietnam Food Administration (VFA). Recent 2026 draft amendments to Decree 15/2018/ND-CP tighten labeling requirements for high-sugar products, which may indirectly impact Slapjack formulations exceeding 20g sugar per 100g.
Key Regulations for Slapjacks in Vietnam
- Food Safety Compliance: Slapjacks must adhere to MOH Circular 43/2018/TT-BYT, which mandates hygiene standards for baked goods, including permissible additives (e.g., preservatives, artificial flavors) listed in Appendix 1 of the circular.
- Labeling Requirements: Pre-packaged Slapjacks require Vietnamese-language labels detailing ingredients, nutritional content (per 100g), expiry date, and manufacturer details under VFA’s 2024 guidance on “High-Sugar Snack Warnings.”
- Advertising Restrictions: The 2025 Law on Advertising prohibits health claims (e.g., “energy-boosting”) for sugary snacks unless pre-approved by the MOH, with penalties up to 80 million VND for violations.