The Ministry of Health is implementing a crackdown on drugs and cosmetics during the 2026 Tet holiday.

The Drug Administration Department (Ministry of Health) has recently sent a document to provincial and city health departments regarding strengthening measures to combat and prevent smuggling, trade fraud, and counterfeit goods in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors during the 2026 Tet holiday.

Authorities uncovered a counterfeit drug production ring - Photo: TTO

The Drug Administration Department requests that provincial and city health departments urgently coordinate with the 389 Steering Committee of the province/city and other functional forces in the area (market management, police, customs, etc.) to implement a peak inspection campaign on compliance with legal regulations in the health sector for drug registration establishments, product declaration establishments, and pharmaceutical and cosmetic production and trading establishments from December 15, 2025 to March 31, 2026.

Accordingly, the inspection will focus on the legality of the production and business establishment (business license and maintenance of business conditions), the legality of the products produced and sold (drug registration certificate/cosmetic product declaration form acceptance number); product origin; product quality; product labeling, etc.

Specifically for pharmaceuticals, focus on the business license for pharmaceuticals; registration number/import license, origin, source, invoices, sales documents; expiration date, prescription sales, etc.

For cosmetics, the requirements include: a certificate of eligibility for cosmetic production; the declaration of cosmetic products and the provision of Product Information File (PIF); the conformity of declared product information with the manufactured or imported product; product labeling (ingredients, features, uses); cosmetic advertising; origin, source, invoices, sales documents, and import documents (for imported products).

Strengthen the review and inspection of the business activities of selling medicines and cosmetics on e-commerce platforms (Shopee, Lazada, Tiki, TikTok Shop, etc.) and social networks (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.).

In cases where businesses are found to be selling products that are not licensed for circulation (for medicines) or whose product declarations have not been accepted by the competent authorities (for cosmetics); selling products not permitted for e-commerce; selling products that have been subject to recall or destruction notices from competent authorities; or advertising products in violation of advertising regulations, prompt action should be taken and the matter reported to the Ministry of Industry and Trade; the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism; the Ministry of Science and Technology; and the Ministry of Health for coordinated resolution.

The Drug Administration Department affirms its firm commitment to handling violations by organizations and individuals in accordance with the law, ensuring there are no forbidden areas and no exceptions. Cases involving suspected criminal activity (high value of goods, serious consequences, organized violations, repeat offenses, etc.) will be transferred to the investigative agency for criminal prosecution.

The Department also requested that the health departments of provinces and cities coordinate with relevant agencies in their areas to urgently implement measures to ensure that the management of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics is carried out effectively and promptly, protecting the health and rights of consumers.

During the implementation process, provincial and city health departments are requested to promptly report any difficulties or obstacles to the Drug Administration Department for resolution.

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Source: https://tuoitre.vn/bo-y-te-trien-khai-cao-diem-siet-chat-quan-ly-thuoc-my-pham-dip-tet-2026-20251217121250559.htm