Due to the reform of the Russian certification normative and the new Technical Regulations for Russia and the Eurasian Customs Union, GOST R certifications have in most cases been substituted by EAC certifications. However, the GOST R standard remains essential for products not yet covered by unified EAEU regulations. Detailed information on the EAC certificate and the EAC Declaration can be found on their respective pages.

When exporting to the broader CIS region, national standards still play a vital role. While the EAC mark covers the core Union, specific markets require their own quality benchmarks:

• GOST K (Kazakhstan): This is the national certification for the Republic of Kazakhstan. It confirms that products meet Kazakh safety standards for goods not governed by Technical Regulations of the Customs Union.
• GOST UZ (Uzbekistan): Essential for the Uzbek market. As Uzbekistan modernizes its trade laws, a GOST UZ certificate is the primary document required by customs to ensure product conformity and safety.

To estimate the cost and timeline for a GOST (R, K, or UZ) certification, we require four essential items:

• Name of the product.
• Customs Product Code (HS Code): Crucial for determining the commodity group and legal requirements.
• Technical description: A brief overview of the product’s function and characteristics.
• Pictures or drawings: Useful for clarifying the product’s application and design.