It depends on the risk level. The Certificate is for high-risk goods (machinery, toys) and requires factory audits. The Declaration is for lower-risk goods (food, industrial parts) where the applicant takes legal responsibility.

Validity ranges from 1 to 5 years. Certificates for serial production require mandatory annual surveillance audits. Failure to perform these leads to immediate suspension in the state registry.

EAC covers 90% of products today. GOST R is only required for a residual list of goods not yet regulated by the unified Eurasian Technical Regulations (TR CU).

Yes. All labels, technical nameplates, and user manuals must be translated into Russian. In some cases, like Kazakhstan, the local language is also required.

The Chestny Znak is a track-and-trace system. For items like clothing, shoes, and electronics, you must apply a DataMatrix QR code provided by your importer before the goods cross the border.

Yes. Since 2018, authorities cross-check the Customs Declaration of Samples (GTD). If you cannot prove the samples were shipped for testing, the certificate is considered “fake” and will be annulled retroactively.

Large equipment can be shipped under a special customs procedure. You present proof that the certification process is underway, allowing the goods to enter for installation and final onsite testing.

You must provide collection photos, a detailed material composition (percentages), and Russian labels. Lab tests will verify hygiene and safety standards.

In TR CU 010 (Machinery), certified machines often cover their components. However, for TR CU 012 (Explosion Proof) and TR CU 032 (Pressure), individual components must often hold their own specific EAC certificates.