Eurasian Conformity (EAC) certification is required for many types of products to enter the Eurasian Economic Union.
The EAC mark signifies compliance with safety
regulations set by the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). This group of countries,
which was known as the Eurasian Customs Union before 2014, includes Russia,
Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. The EAEU single market includes
183 million consumers and a GDP of more than $4 trillion (USD).
Prior to the introduction of the EAC mark in
2013, Russia used the GOST-R mark to demonstrate compliance with national regulations.
The EAC mark is now used to demonstrate compliance for not only Russia, but
also other Eurasian countries, promoting freer trade in the area and
streamlining requirements for international manufacturers.
Products Requiring the EAC Mark
The following types of products need EAC certification in order to
be exported successfully to Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and
Kyrgyzstan:
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Chemicals
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Elevators
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Equipment designed for use in
explosive atmospheres
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Equipment that operates using
gaseous fuels
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Explosives
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Electromagnetic (EMC) devices
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Fireworks
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Fire safety and fire extinguishing
systems
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Food, including meat, milk, grain,
juice, oil, fish, and fat products
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Food additives and flavor
enhancers
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Furniture
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Gaseous fuels
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Hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment
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High-speed trains
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Lighting
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Low voltage equipment
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Lubricants, oils, and special
fluids
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Machinery
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Mineral fertilizer
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Motor fuel
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Motorways
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Packaging materials
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Perfume and cosmetics
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Personal protective equipment
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Playground equipment
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Pressure equipment
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Products for children and
teenagers
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Rail vehicles
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Railway infrastructure
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Small ships
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Tobacco products
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Toys
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Vehicles and trailers used for
agricultural or forestry operations
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Wheeled vehicles
There are unique technical regulations for
each category of products, and the manufacturer is responsible for determining
which requirements apply to their product. Products that fall into one specific
category may only be required to follow those standards, but products that span
multiple categories must comply with all applicable technical regulations.
If the product does not explicitly require EAC
certification, the manufacturer may still opt for voluntary certification.
Consult a compliance professional to see if voluntary certification is the
right fit for your product.
EAC Certification vs. EAC
Declaration
For products that require the EAC mark, there are two
distinct ways to demonstrate compliance with EAEU regulations: A Declaration of
Conformity and a Certificate of Conformity.
A Certificate of Conformity can only be issued
by an independent certification body after an official quality assessment. The
certificate is based on technical documents, testing reports (often conducted
by an accredited laboratory), and possibly a manufacturing audit.
A Declaration of Conformity demonstrates
compliance with the minimum requirements of the EAEU. This declaration may be
made by the importer, manufacturer, or an authorized representative, and all
testing is performed by the manufacturer.
Learn More About the EAC Mark from
G&M Compliance
Getting your EAC certification requirements
right the first time is the key to avoiding costly delays and mistakes. G&M
Compliance can help you decide:
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Whether or not your product needs
the EAC mark to enter the EAEU
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If voluntary certification makes
sense for your product
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Which technical regulations apply
to your product
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Whether a Certificate or
Declaration of Conformity is right for your product
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How to conduct testing and
inspections (if applicable)
Contact
G&M Compliance today to get a quote or
learn more about the requirements of the EAC mark.