Tan Thuan EPZ: Vietnam’s Emerging Hub for Testing, Inspection & Quality Assurance

Tan Thuan EPZ is increasingly recognized as a strategic hub for testing, inspection, and quality assurance companies seeking reliable infrastructure and centralized access within Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam. As global supply chains demand higher compliance standards, well-managed industrial zones like Tan Thuan EPZ play an important role in supporting quality-oriented operations.

Why Testing & Inspection Companies Choose Tan Thuan EPZ

For testing and inspection companies, location and infrastructure directly affect credibility and operational efficiency. Tan Thuan EPZ is a fully integrated industrial zone in District 7 that offers city-center access alongside industrial-grade support systems. Spanning approximately 300 hectares, including 195 hectares dedicated to factories and industrial buildings, the zone combines strategic positioning with mature facilities and ready-to-lease projects.

Tan Thuan EPZ with industrial-grade infrastructure for accredited testing and inspection operations

Industrial-Grade Infrastructure That Supports Continuous Operations

Testing, inspection, and quality assurance activities require stable utilities, predictable environmental systems, and effective emergency response. Tan Thuan EPZ is planned and operated with zone-level infrastructure capacity to support continuous industrial workloads.
All buildings within Tan Thuan EPZ are equipped with standard fire protection systems in accordance with applicable regulations. This zone-wide safety framework enables tenants to operate in a well-managed industrial environment while complying with general safety requirements.

In addition, Tan Thuan EPZ provides a controlled industrial environment with stable utilities, and established infrastructure, making it suitable for testing and inspection firms that require reliable power supply, environmental compliance, and operational stability.

Factory-Ready Buildings Suitable for Accredited Laboratories

Tan Thuan EPZ provides a  ready-built factory and office buildings, enabling testing and inspection firms to quickly establish operations in a standardized industrial environment. Tenants can lease these facilities and customize the internal layout and systems to meet their testing, inspection, or compliance requirements, without the burden of upfront construction.

Standard Factory units are available with flexible lease areas ranging to over 18,000 sqm,  making them suitable for inspection centers, testing laboratories, and supporting production facilities. 

These factory buildings are designed to help tenants start operations quickly, without the time and cost required for new construction. The ceiling heights of up to 8 meters provide sufficient space for ventilation, exhaust, and technical systems, while heavy floor loading supports testing equipment and inspection machinery. This allows tenants to adapt the space to their laboratory and technical requirements without structural limitations.

Tan Thuan EPZ delivers customizable factory and office facilities designed for accredited laboratories and inspection centers

For testing companies that require office-based operations, Tan Thuan EPZ offers purpose-built office buildings, including Office A&B and the 17-story Tan Thuan Incubation Center. Office spaces are available with flexible floor areas ranging from approximately 227 sqm to 953 sqm in the 17-story tower, and from 70 sqm to 1,000 sqm per floor in the A & B buildings. 

These offices support non-production testing functions such as test planning and analysis, software-based testing, design verification, technical documentation, quality management, and commercial coordination. All buildings are built with reinforced concrete, offer good natural light and ventilation, and are professionally managed to international standards for stable long-term operations.

A Green-Oriented Industrial Environment Supporting Compliance

Tan Thuan EPZ has long emphasized sustainable and responsible industrial development, integrating environmental management into its operational framework. The zone features planned green spaces, centralized wastewater treatment systems, and structured environmental monitoring to support regulatory compliance. 

For testing and inspection companies, operating within a zone that prioritizes environmental responsibility strengthens credibility with international clients and global brands. This is especially important in industries where environmental and social compliance is under increasing scrutiny. Green industrial positioning enables testing firms to align with global ESG expectations by leveraging pre-planned, ESG-compliant industrial infrastructure at the park level, rather than investing from scratch in core environmental and utility systems. 

Integrated Industrial Management & Support Framework

Tan Thuan EPZ operates under a centralized and professional industrial management framework, ensuring consistency in safety standards, infrastructure maintenance, and daily operations across the entire zone. Beyond industrial facilities, the zone provides essential amenities for employees, including medical clinics, fitness areas, and on-site banking services such as Vietcombank Saigon South. Surrounding office areas also feature retail stores and cafés, supporting workforce stability and long-term occupancy. 

Strategically located in District 7, just 4 km from District 1,2 km from Phu My Hung, 13 km from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, and 8 km from Cat Lai Port. This proximity allows testing and inspection companies to support export-oriented manufacturers more efficiently.

Key Testing & Inspection Organizations at Tan Thuan EPZ

Tan Thuan EPZ hosts a mix of international and Vietnamese testing, inspection, and certification organizations. Their presence contributes to a professional ecosystem that supports quality-driven manufacturing and export compliance in Vietnam.

VinaControl – Comprehensive Inspection & Certification Services

VinaControl is one of Vietnam’s most established inspection and certification organizations. It provides a wide range of services for commodities, industrial goods, and export products in both domestic and international markets.

 VinaControl leverages Tan Thuan EPZ’s central location and stable infrastructure for smooth inspection operations

Originally founded in 1957 as the Import–Export Goods Inspection Authority under the former Ministry of Commerce (now the Ministry of Industry and Trade), VinaControl has over 60 years of experience in inspection, testing, certification, and conformity assessment. The organization serves government authorities, project management units, enterprises, and individuals across various industries.

Operating at Tan Thuan EPZ enables VinaControl to stay close to major manufacturing hubs and export-oriented clients in Ho Chi Minh City and surrounding industrial zones. The zone’s stable infrastructure and logistics support ensure smooth and efficient inspection operations.

Kaken Vietnam – Research & Testing Center at Tan Thuan EPZ

Founded in 1948 with government authorization in Japan, KAKEN Test Center has its roots in textile inspection and has since expanded into a globally recognized third-party testing organization. Today, KAKEN focuses on examination and compliance testing to support domestic distribution and international trade.

Kaken Vietnam Ltd. was established in October 2023 as the local operating entity of the Kaken Test Center General Incorporated Foundation. Instead of functioning as a conventional manufacturing facility, Kaken has transformed its leased space at Tan Thuan EPZ into a modern research and testing center, strengthening its focus on R&D, quality testing, and product innovation in the Vietnamese market.

In 2024, Kaken Vietnam further developed a fully equipped research facility by customizing its factory-for-lease space into a dedicated R&D office. This setup highlights the flexibility and quality of infrastructure at Tan Thuan EPZ, where industrial spaces can be adapted to support advanced laboratories, research functions, and professional office environments.

By operating within Tan Thuan EPZ, Kaken benefits from reliable utilities, strong safety standards, and professional zone management. These conditions align closely with Japanese operational expectations and support compliant, high-precision testing activities.

KOTITI Vietnam – Textile & Consumer Product Testing Services

KOTITI Testing & Research Institute is a leading Korean organization specializing in testing and certification services for textiles, apparel, and consumer products. The institute supports manufacturers in meeting international quality, safety, and regulatory standards across global markets.

KOTITI leverages Tan Thuan EPZ’s location and compliant environment for efficient, accredited testing

Located within Tan Thuan EPZ, KOTITI benefits from close proximity to garment factories and consumer goods manufacturers in southern Vietnam, enabling faster sample processing and closer collaboration with clients. At the same time, the zone’s regulated industrial environment supports laboratory operations that comply with international accreditation requirements and compliance requirements.

As demand for testing, inspection, and quality assurance continues to grow in Vietnam, Tan Thuan EPZ offers a reliable and compliant industrial environment for long-term operations. Contact Tan Thuan EPZ today to discuss suitable facilities and long-term leasing solutions for your operations.