Testing and quality evaluation

Ensuring the safety, quality, and reliability of dietary supplements is a critical responsibility in protecting public health and maintaining scientific credibility. The Academy of Medical Sciences, Vietnam (AMS Vietnam) provides comprehensive testing and quality evaluation services for dietary supplements, grounded in rigorous scientific methodology, international standards, and ethical practice.

Our testing and quality evaluation activities support manufacturers, researchers, regulators, and healthcare professionals in verifying product compliance, substantiating quality claims, and safeguarding consumers. Through systematic laboratory analysis and scientific assessment, AMS Vietnam contributes to a transparent and evidence-based dietary supplement ecosystem.

Dietary supplements are widely used to support nutrition, health maintenance, and specific physiological functions. However, variability in raw materials, manufacturing processes, and formulation practices can significantly affect product quality and safety.

Testing and quality evaluation are therefore essential to:

• Verify ingredient identity and composition
• Detect contaminants and adulterants
• Ensure consistency between batches
• Confirm compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support truthful labeling and responsible marketing

At AMS Vietnam, testing is not treated as a procedural formality but as a scientific process that underpins consumer trust, regulatory confidence, and long-term industry sustainability.

AMS Vietnam offers an integrated portfolio of testing and quality evaluation services for dietary supplements across the entire product lifecycle, from research and development to post-market assessment.

1. Raw Material Analysis and Verification

The quality of a dietary supplement begins with its raw materials. AMS Vietnam conducts comprehensive testing to confirm the identity, purity, and suitability of raw ingredients, including botanical, mineral, and synthetic components.

Analytical procedures verify authenticity, detect substitution or adulteration, and assess physicochemical characteristics. This step is essential for preventing variability and ensuring reproducibility in finished products.

2. Composition and Content Analysis

Accurate quantification of active and inactive components is fundamental to quality assurance. AMS Vietnam performs compositional analysis to confirm that products meet declared specifications and label claims.

Testing assesses active ingredient concentration, excipient compatibility, and uniformity of dosage units. These evaluations support both regulatory compliance and scientific transparency.

3. Safety and Contaminant Testing

Consumer safety is a primary priority. AMS Vietnam evaluates dietary supplements for potential contaminants, including heavy metals, pesticide residues, microbial contamination, mycotoxins, and residual solvents.

These assessments help identify risks that may arise from raw materials, processing, storage, or environmental exposure. Results inform risk management decisions and corrective actions when necessary.

4. Stability and Shelf-Life Evaluation

Stability testing determines how product quality changes over time under defined environmental conditions. AMS Vietnam conducts stability studies to evaluate physical, chemical, and microbiological stability throughout the intended shelf life.

These studies support accurate expiration dating, appropriate packaging selection, and assurance of product effectiveness and safety during consumer use.

AMS Vietnam applies validated analytical methods that align with national regulations and internationally recognized standards. Testing approaches are selected based on scientific suitability, regulatory expectations, and the specific characteristics of each product.

Methodological principles include:

• Accuracy, precision, and reproducibility
• Appropriate sensitivity and specificity
• Traceability and documentation
• Quality control and internal validation

All testing activities are conducted within structured quality systems to ensure consistency, reliability, and scientific integrity.

Beyond individual tests, AMS Vietnam employs a comprehensive quality evaluation framework that integrates analytical results into a coherent scientific assessment.

This framework considers:

• Raw material sourcing and traceability
• Manufacturing and formulation consistency
• Compliance with declared specifications
• Risk factors affecting safety and performance

By evaluating quality holistically, AMS Vietnam supports informed decision-making for product development, regulatory submission, and market authorization.

The Academy of Medical Sciences, Vietnam supports stakeholders in meeting applicable regulatory requirements for dietary supplements. Testing and quality evaluation services are aligned with Vietnamese regulatory frameworks as well as relevant international guidelines.

AMS Vietnam provides technical documentation, analytical reports, and expert interpretation to support:

• Product registration and approval processes
• Post-market surveillance and quality monitoring
• Internal quality audits and corrective actions
• Evidence-based communication with regulators

This role strengthens regulatory compliance while promoting scientific rigor and accountability.

Testing and quality evaluation at AMS Vietnam are closely integrated with broader research activities. Analytical data contribute to research on formulation optimization, bioavailability, and product performance.

When combined with clinical research and efficacy studies, quality evaluation data help establish a robust evidence base that links composition, safety, and health-related outcomes. This integration supports responsible innovation and substantiated product claims.

AMS Vietnam conducts all testing and evaluation activities according to strict ethical principles. Objectivity, independence, and transparency are central to our approach.

Results are reported accurately and without bias, regardless of commercial considerations. This commitment ensures that scientific findings serve public health interests and maintain institutional credibility.

Confidentiality of proprietary information is respected, while scientific integrity and regulatory responsibility remain paramount.

In addition to service provision, AMS Vietnam contributes to national capacity building in quality assurance and analytical science. Through training programs, technical guidance, and collaborative research, the Academy supports the development of skilled professionals in dietary supplement quality management.

These efforts strengthen the overall quality infrastructure and promote best practices across the sector.

As the dietary supplement field evolves, AMS Vietnam continues to expand and refine its testing capabilities. Future priorities include advanced analytical technologies, improved detection of emerging contaminants, and enhanced integration of quality data with clinical and population health research.

The Academy is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring that testing and quality evaluation remain responsive to scientific advances, regulatory developments, and public health needs.

Through comprehensive testing and quality evaluation, the Academy of Medical Sciences, Vietnam plays a vital role in ensuring that dietary supplements are safe, reliable, and scientifically substantiated. Our work supports responsible innovation, informed regulation, and consumer confidence.

By upholding the highest standards of scientific rigor and ethical responsibility, AMS Vietnam contributes to a healthier society and a more trustworthy dietary supplement industry.