Gost R and EAC letter of exemption

Depending on the destination and the authority involved, there are two main types of documents:

• CUSTOMS EXEMPTION LETTER: Addressed specifically to the Federal Customs Service. It confirms that the goods are not included in the mandatory lists for EAC or GOST R.
• TRADE EXEMPTION LETTER: Designed for sales within the territory. It informs consumers and retailers that the product is exempt from mandatory quality marks.

THE VOLUNTARY UPGRADE:
In many cases, an Exemption Letter is used in tandem with a Voluntary GOST R certificate. While the letter proves you don’t need a certificate, the Voluntary GOST R proves that your product meets quality standards, providing a much stronger competitive edge in the Russian market.

ISSUANCE TIMELINE:
The process is rapid. Once the technical description and HS Codes are provided, the letter is typically issued within 2 to 5 business days.

VALIDITY:
Exemption letters are usually issued for ONE YEAR or for a SPECIFIC BATCH/SHIPMENT. Some letters may remain valid until the list of mandatory products in the relevant Technical Regulation is updated.

ESTIMATED INVESTMENT:
The cost for an Exemption Letter starts from €150.
The final price depends on the number of products/HS codes included in the single document and the complexity of the technical analysis required to justify the exemption.