Vietnam bans imports of used electronics

Nhan Dan – The Ministry of Information and Communications (MIC) has imposed a ban on imports of second-hand technology products, effective from September 1.
Vietnam bans imports of used electronics

Prohibited imported devices will include printers, cameras, notebooks, tablets, mobile phones, computers, computer peripherals and other electronic gadgets.

Used computer parts and accessories are also on the list of banned items.

The ban does not apply to devices imported for refurbishment, manufacturing, and research and development. Products imported to refurbish must be re-exported later.

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