Export of Iranian Chicken Paws to Vietnam

Iran’s poultry industry, with its mass production and desirable quality, has immense potential for exporting by-products such as **chicken paws**. Among emerging markets, **Vietnam** is recognized as a **highly profitable and growing** destination for Iranian exporters. The country’s rich food culture and increasing demand have made it an attractive market.

**Why is Vietnam a suitable market for Iranian chicken paws**

Vietnamese cuisine is rich in aroma and flavor, and **chicken paws** are used as a primary ingredient in preparing many traditional dishes such as **pho, soup, bone broth, and stews**. This product, due to its **natural collagen** and richness in **gelatin**, is highly valued for joint and skin health. With Vietnam’s economic growth, people’s purchasing power has increased, leading to rising demand for high-quality protein products like chicken paws.

**Competitive Advantages of Iranian Chicken Paws for Export to Vietnam**

1. **Distinct Quality and Taste:** Iranian chicken paws have higher quality in terms of taste, odor, and texture compared to some competitors, due to natural feeding and health controls.

2. **Competitive Price:** High productivity in chicken production in Iran allows for offering very competitive prices in the Vietnamese market.

3. **Stable Supply:** Iran, having a complete production chain, can continuously meet Vietnam’s long-term needs and high import volumes.

**Conditions and Standards for Importing Chicken Paws to Vietnam**

Successful entry into the Vietnamese market requires compliance with this country’s precise regulations:

*   **Health Permits:** The production and packaging unit in Iran must obtain a **Health Certificate** from the Iranian Veterinary Organization and approval from the **Vietnam Ministry of Health – Vietnam Food Administration**.

*   **Processing Standards:** Adherence to **HACCP** and **GMP** principles in the production line is mandatory to ensure product safety and hygiene.

*   **Packaging:** The product must be frozen (IQF) and presented in hygienic vacuum packaging or Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP). Labeling must include complete information in English (and preferably Vietnamese) including: production and expiration dates, net weight, name and address of the manufacturer.

*   **Quality Control:** The product must be free from any antibiotic residues, hormones, and microbial contamination (such as E. coli and Salmonella), and a certificate from an accredited laboratory must accompany the shipment.

**Practical Steps for Exporting Chicken Paws from Iran to Vietnam**

1. **Sourcing and Processing:** Purchasing chicken paws from licensed slaughterhouses and performing cleaning, dehairing, and quick freezing (Blast Freezing) operations to maintain quality.

2. **Obtaining Domestic Permits:** Receiving a health certificate from the **Iranian Veterinary Organization** and a certificate of origin from the **Iran Chamber of Commerce**.

3. **Contracting and Insurance:** Signing a contract with the Vietnamese buyer and insuring the shipment.

4. **Packaging and Loading:** Final packaging according to the buyer’s request and Vietnamese standards, and loading into refrigerated containers.

5. **Transportation and Clearance:** Shipping the cargo mainly by **sea** (refrigerated ship) to major Vietnamese ports such as **Ho Chi Minh City** or **Haiphong**, and clearing customs by submitting documents to Vietnamese customs.

**Challenges and Solutions**

*   **Competition with Domestic and Regional Producers:** Vietnam itself is a chicken producer, and powerful competitors like Thailand and Brazil are also present in this market. **Consistent quality and competitive pricing** are the keys to success.

*   **Geographical Distance and Logistics Costs:** Sea freight costs can impact profitability. The solution is to plan for shipping full container loads (FCL) to reduce per-unit costs.

*   **Cultural and Language Differences:** Having a local partner or representative in Vietnam can greatly help in overcoming communication and marketing barriers.

**Conclusion**

**Exporting chicken paws to Vietnam** is not only a profitable business but also a **strategic trade bridge** between the two countries. Given the potentials of both sides, this cooperation can be strengthened and extended to other sectors of the food industry. The golden keys to success on this path are **commitment to quality, understanding the tastes of the Vietnamese market, and establishing reliable trade relations**.

With precise planning and adherence to standards, Iranian producers can gain a significant share of Vietnam’s thriving market.

**The trading company NONADSHOP, considering all important aspects in the field of exporting chicken paws to Vietnam, places its export capacity and sales at the disposal of all foreign buyers. For more information, contact us.**