EAC Certificate
The EAC Certificate of Conformity serves as official confirmation that products comply with the technical regulations established within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), formerly known as the Customs Union. This certificate is visually represented by the EAC marking, which must be affixed to products for which either a certificate or a declaration of conformity has been successfully obtained. The presence of the EAC mark signifies that the product has undergone the necessary conformity assessment procedures and meets the safety standards defined by the relevant technical regulations of the EAEU.
The acronym EAC itself stands for “Eurasian Conformity,” underscoring the unified approach to technical regulation across the member states of the Eurasian Union. This economic bloc has established a comprehensive system of technical regulations that apply to a wide array of goods. For products falling under the scope of these technical regulations, mandatory confirmation of compliance with safety requirements is a prerequisite for circulation within the EAEU market. This mandatory confirmation takes one of two primary forms: mandatory certification or declaration of conformity. Each technical regulation includes specific lists of product categories that necessitate either an EAC certificate or an EAC declaration.
To illustrate, certain product groups such as food products, cosmetics, and packaging materials are typically subject to the declaration of conformity. This implies that the manufacturer or supplier is responsible for declaring that their products meet the applicable technical regulations. Conversely, product categories deemed to carry a higher potential risk, such as children’s products and household appliances, generally require a more rigorous process involving mandatory certification. In these cases, an accredited third-party certification body must assess the product’s compliance with the relevant technical regulations and issue an EAC certificate of conformity if the product meets all stipulated requirements.
The Process of Obtaining an EAC Certificate
The issuance of an EAC certificate is the responsibility of accredited certification centers authorized to conduct conformity assessments within the EAEU framework. To initiate the certification process, an applicant must submit a comprehensive set of documentation to the accredited certification body. This documentation typically includes regulatory and technical documentation pertaining to the manufactured products, such as technical specifications, drawings, and operational manuals. Additionally, copies of the applicant’s constituent documents, such as registration certificates and company charters, are required to verify their legal standing. Crucially, the certification process necessitates the provision of product samples for thorough laboratory testing. These samples are subjected to a range of tests to evaluate their safety and compliance with the specific requirements outlined in the relevant technical regulations. Following the completion of the laboratory tests, an official test report is issued, documenting the results of the evaluations. It is upon the successful completion of these tests and the issuance of a positive test report that the accredited certification body proceeds with the issuance of the EAC certificate of conformity.
Validity and Maintenance of the EAC Certificate
The validity period of an EAC certificate can range from one year to a maximum of five years, depending on the specific certification scheme chosen by the applicant. The selection of the appropriate certification scheme is influenced by factors such as the nature of the product, the complexity of its production process, and the desired duration of the certificate’s validity. It is important to note that the majority of EAC certification schemes incorporate both a production analysis procedure conducted during the initial certification process and mandatory annual inspection control throughout the certificate’s validity period. This ongoing oversight ensures that the manufacturer maintains consistent production quality and continues to adhere to the requirements of the technical regulations. Consequently, after the initial twelve months from the date of certificate issuance, the certified enterprise is typically required to undergo a mandatory inspection control procedure to verify continued compliance. This periodic surveillance is a critical element of the EAC certification system, reinforcing its commitment to ensuring the safety and quality of products circulating within the Eurasian Economic Union.
New legislation on the EAC certificate applicant
A significant difference for foreign manufacturers, is the need to be supported in the request of the Certificate of conformity EAC, by a representative established in the territory of the Eurasian Customs Union. This means that it is not possible for a manufacturer, not registered in one of the countries of the Customs Union, to attain the Certificate EAC independently. The applicant may either be a subsidiary of the producer on the territory of the Custom Union EAC, an importer, a distributor or a company that provides representation services for EAC certification purposes. The name of the representative is therefore on the certificate and he is entitled to use the document at will, including to authorize its use by other entities, including the manufacturer, through a proxy.
The most important differences with regard to the issuance process of the document are concentrated undoubtedly in the verification procedure, which requires in some cases (depending on the type of product, the possibility to be easily transported and the validity of the certificate required): inspection and testing of the product at the production facility or shipment of samples to the laboratory. An analysis of the documentation is set constant.
The EAC certificates, once issued, can be found on the site of the Federal Agency RusAccreditation .
The EAC marking
The EAC marking, prominently displayed on the packaging of numerous goods including food products, serves as a crucial indicator of conformity with the technical regulations established within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Its presence is not merely decorative but a mandatory requirement stipulated by current legislation. This mark signifies that the product bearing it has successfully undergone a comprehensive certification procedure, adhering to the rigorous standards outlined in the EAEU’s technical regulations. By affixing the EAC mark, manufacturers communicate to consumers that the product has been subjected to and has passed all requisite tests and the necessary procedures for mandatory confirmation of conformity. This process ensures that the product meets the safety and quality standards set forth by the EAEU, thereby providing assurance to buyers regarding its compliance and reliability within the common economic space. The implementation of EAC marking streamlines trade within the EAEU by establishing a unified system of technical regulation and conformity assessment, fostering consumer trust and facilitating the circulation of compliant goods across member states.
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Necessary documentation to be provided in order to attain a Certificate of conformity EAC
The procedure for the issuance of the EAC Certificate results in a minimum schedule of two weeks depending on the technical regulations required to be issued according to, the completeness of the documentation provided and the level of cooperation from the representative company.
The EAC certificate is delivered on official paper, and generally a copy must be attached to the documents file required for customs clearance in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan, as well as being shown in original or in copy to the competent authorities in case of a request.
The use of EAC certificate is not limited, according to regulation, to business transactions with the representative, but it might be use for all transactions under the provision of the applicant’s proxy.
The Certificate of Conformity EAC provides various information including: the manufacturer’s name, the name of the applicant which, as mentioned, has to be established in the territory of the Eurasian Customs, the name of the certification body that issued the document, the name of product or products and its customs Code, the TR CU regulation to which the document refers, and finally the duration of the certificate, which can not exceed 5 years.
Among EAC certificates, two of the most significant documents are undoubtedly the EAC EX Certificate according to TR CU 12/2011 regulating equipment operating in potentially explosive atmospheres, and the EAC certificate for high pressure devices according to TR CU 032/2013. Both fundamentals for custom clearance and the periodical control of the Rostechnadzor.
Documents for the estimation:
Customs Code
Description of the product in Russian language
Drawings
Ingredients in the case of foods
Features of the operational facility
In order to issue the EAC certificate, in addition to the documents required for the estimate:
Sale agreement or proxy that connecting producer and representative
Founding act of the representative company
Any foreign certificates
Name of the producer
Certification request (provided by the certification body)
Operational documents: technical passport, user’s manual (in Russian language)
ISO processes
Technical features
Test protocol from the manufacturer
Certificates of compliance for materials and components
Certificates of conformity for the product
Other documents, which confirm directly or indirectly that the products conform to the safety requirements of technical regulations:
Photos
Drawings / diagrams
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TR CU 006/2011 on the safety of fireworks;
TR CU 019/2011 on the safety of personal protective equipment;
TR CU 005/2011 on the safety of the packaging;
TR CU 007/2011 on product safety for children and teenagers;
TR CU 008/2011 on the safety of toys;
TR CU 009/2011 on the safety of perfumery and cosmetics;
TR CU 017/2011 on the safety of products of light industry (clothing);
TR CU 013/2011 on the quality of the automotive and aviation fuel, gasoline, diesel and marine fuel, jet fuel and fuel oil;
TR CU 004/2011 on the safety of low voltage equipment;
TR CU 010/2011 on the safety of machinery and equipment;
TR CU 011/2011 on the safety of lifts;
TR CU 012/2011 on the safety of equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres;
TR CU 016/2011 on the safety of machines operating on gaseous fuel;
TR CU 020/2011 on electromagnetic compatibility of technical devices;
TR CU 015/2011 on the safety of grain;
TR CU 021/2011 on food safety;
TR CU 022/2011 on the rules of marking on food products;
TR CU 023/2011 for fruit juices and products derived from fruits and vegetables;
TR CU 024/2011 for products obtained from animal and vegetable fats and oils;
TR CU 027/2012 on dietetic foods, including dietary foods for special medical purposes;
TR CU 029/2012 on the safety of food additives, flavorings and processing aids;
TR CU 026/2012 on the safety of vessels up to 20 meters;
TR CU 032/2013 on the safety of pressure equipment;
TR CU 030/2012 oils and greases, lubricants and special fluids;
TR CU 033/2013 on the safety of milk and dairy products;
TR CU 034/2013 on the safety of meat and meat products;
TR CU 025/2012 on the safety of furniture and furnishings;
TR CU 028/2012 on the safety of explosive material and explosive-based products;
TR CU 001/2011 on the safety of railway rolling stock;
TR CU 002/2011 on the safety of high-speed rail transport;
TR CU 003/2011 on the safety of rail infrastructure;
TR CU 018/2011 on the safety of motor vehicles;
TR CU 014/2011 on road safety.
TR CU 031/2012 on the safety of agricultural and forestry tractors and their trailers.
