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Top Export Products from Vietnam and How to Ship Them Internationally

by Ly Nguyen on Jul 09, 2025

Top Export Products from Vietnam and How to Ship Them Internationally

Vietnam has firmly established itself as one of Asia’s most dynamic export hubs. From mass-market staples to high-value niche goods, Vietnamese producers are supplying the world with products that stand out for both quality and competitive pricing. Yet getting these goods from factory or farm to store shelves overseas takes more than just good production — it depends on smart, practical shipping that fits real-world constraints.

At ZendEase, we see every day how businesses — especially small and growing brands — can thrive globally when logistics is handled properly. Here’s an honest look at Vietnam’s top export categories, what makes shipping them unique, and how a reliable partner can make all the difference.

Top 5 Products Driving Vietnam’s Export Growth

  1. Textiles & Garments

    2. The backbone of Vietnam’s exports for decades, textiles and garments make up a large share of the total export value. Vietnam ranks among the world’s top garment suppliers, exporting everything from mass-produced T-shirts to premium silk and culturally significant traditional wear like the áo dài. Major markets include the US, EU, Japan, and South Korea.

  2. Electronics & Electrical Components

    3. Electronics have become Vietnam’s single biggest export by value in recent years. Products range from smartphones and laptops assembled here to key electronic parts and components. High volume, tight lead times, and strict customs compliance make this sector both attractive and challenging.

  3. Seafood

    4. Vietnam is among the world’s largest seafood exporters, particularly famous for shrimp, pangasius, tuna, and other frozen fish products. The main buyers are Japan, the EU, and the US — all markets with strict import standards and cold chain requirements.

  4. Coffee & Rice

    5. The country is the world’s second-largest coffee exporter and a leading supplier of rice. More Vietnamese producers now focus on value-added products: roasted coffee, branded premium rice, and specialty packaging to build higher margins.

  5. Furniture & Light Manufactured Goods

    6. Wooden furniture, home décor, and small-batch manufactured goods like bicycle accessories are gaining ground, especially with buyers who care about sustainability and craftsmanship. These shipments are often bulky or mixed, adding layers to shipping arrangements.

How to Ship Them — Practical Tips and What ZendEase Really Does

  1. Textiles & Garments

    2. Most large factories have established shipping systems for bulk orders. But smaller labels — for example, brands exporting silk scarves or traditional áo dài — often struggle with small-batch packing, moisture control, and proper certificates of origin.

    *Key tips: Use moisture-resistant packaging, clear labeling, and get accurate HS codes for each item type. Keep export documents organized to match the rules of the destination market.

    *Where ZendEase fits: ZendEase supports small textile exporters and workshops by helping them prepare export paperwork and advising on practical packing and customs compliance, enabling these smaller players to meet buyer expectations and avoid delays.

  2. Electronics & Electrical Components

    3. This sector’s main risk is tight lead times and complex customs classification. Even small spare parts or accessories can get stuck in customs if the HS codes are wrong.

    *Key tips: Double-check invoices and classification. Use robust packaging for fragile items. Factor in insurance for high-value goods.

    *Where ZendEase fits: ZendEase does not directly manage large-scale electronics shipments but helps smaller clients shipping light components by advising on documentation and connecting them with trusted freight partners as needed.

  3. Seafood

    4. Seafood exports are heavily regulated and almost always move in temperature-controlled containers. Food safety certificates and rapid customs clearance are non-negotiable.

    *Key tips: Prepare export health certificates in advance. Work only with trusted cold chain forwarders. Check the buyer’s shelf life requirements and transit times carefully.

    *Where ZendEase fits: While ZendEase does not operate cold chain logistics for seafood, we assist smaller exporters in managing the required paperwork and connecting them to reliable cold chain freight partners.

  4. Coffee & Rice

    5. Raw bulk beans are easy to ship. But roasted coffee and premium rice need moisture-proof packaging and clear food safety certifications to clear customs smoothly. Buyers increasingly expect traceability and branding.

    *Key tips: Use reliable packaging suppliers. Keep labels clean and compliant. Match product details with the destination’s food import rules.

    *Where ZendEase fits: ZendEase works closely with small producers of value-added coffee and rice products, supporting them in preparing export documents, meeting food safety requirements, and advising on packaging to maintain product quality during transit.

  5. Furniture & Bicycle Parts

    6. Bulky furniture or mixed bicycle accessories often need sturdy crates and fumigation certificates (for wooden pallets). For bicycle parts, multiple items in one shipment mean more customs codes — easy to get flagged for inspection if details don’t match.

    *Key tips: Use strong packaging and verified pallets. Label every item clearly. Have a precise packing list.

    *Where ZendEase fits: ZendEase assists clients exporting bicycle parts and small manufactured goods by helping prepare accurate packing lists, verifying HS codes, and coordinating with carriers for smooth customs clearance.

Your Takeaway: Details Matter

Every container leaving Vietnam represents someone’s hard work. But buyers overseas expect more than just good products — they expect clean paperwork, safe packing, and zero surprises at the border. That’s where real, on-the-ground support counts.

ZendEase doesn’t promise to run huge cold chains or electronics mega-volumes we don’t have. What we do is help small and growing exporters handle the daily details that keep shipments moving — from food safety docs to practical packing advice to smart customs checks.

If your next shipment is ready, but the paperwork or packing is holding you back, we’re here to make sure Vietnam’s best products get where they need to be — fresh, protected, and on time.

Get your goods to international markets faster with ZendEase’s practical shipping solutions.

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