Vietnam's bird's nest industry is facing challenges in exporting to China despite holding a 100-ton/year quota, as only 2 tons were exported in the first half of 2024. The industry is plagued by issues such as traceability, inconsistent origin tracking software between Vietnam and China, and disputes over test results for bird's nest ingredients. Additionally, the industry is cautious due to the risk of export products being canceled and not refunded if they are found to contain ingredients exceeding standards or being contaminated. The Vietnam Bird's Nest Association is advocating for unified management and testing results to mitigate these challenges.