What is the EAC certification?

The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is an international organization for regional economic integration, established in 2015 by Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia under the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union. Its predecessor can be traced back to the Customs Union formed in 2010 by Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan. The member states of the Eurasian Economic Union constitute an internal market and adhere to a customs union certification system externally.

The main permanent institution of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), which is responsible for issuing unified technical regulations and implementing corresponding certification procedures.

All products entering the Eurasian Economic Union must undergo certification procedures to comply with technical regulations, known as TR-CU (CU-TR) certification. This process is symbolized by the "EAC" mark, consisting of the initials for Eurasian Conformity, hence commonly referred to as EAC certification.

Is EAC Certification Mandatory?

EAC certification can be understood as a unified mandatory certification within the Customs Union. Before the establishment of the Customs Union, Russia, Belarus, and Kazakhstan each had their own independent certification systems managed by their national standardization bodies, known in Russian as GOST. Therefore, the predecessor of EAC certification was the GOST certification in each country: GOST-R for Russia, GOST-B for Belarus, and GOST-K for Kazakhstan.

After the implementation of the unified certification system, trade and exchanges between these countries were facilitated. Once a product is certified with EAC in one country, it is recognized by all three countries.

What are the Modes of EAC Certification?

The Technical Regulations (TR) provide two modes of certification:

1. Certificate of Conformity (CoC): Issued by a certification body, this mode requires an audit of the production quality system (factory audit).

2. Declaration of Conformity (DoC): This mode involves the certification body reviewing documents, followed by the applicant signing the declaration of conformity (now replaced by applicant registration).

Notes:

1) Certification bodies refer to the bodies in each EAEU member state, and certificates issued by these bodies are recognized nationally within each member state.

2) Information on certificates issued under both modes can be found on the EAEU website.

3) According to regulations, holders of CoC and DoC certificates (applicants) must be legal entities or companies within the Eurasian Economic Union. (JJR Laboratory in China can provide applicant services.)

Types of EAC Certificates:

1. Single Shipment Certificate: Applicable to a single order contract, requires submission of supply contracts, invoices (packing lists) signed with Eurasian Economic Union countries. The certificate is issued based on the quantity specified in the contract invoice (packing list) and is valid for 5 years.

2. One-year, Three-year, Five-year Certificates: Allows multiple exports within the validity period without quantity restrictions specified in the contract. The certificate validity matches its term.

What is the EAC Certification Process?

1. Complete application form, confirm product details such as name, model, customs code, etc.

2. Determine certification type based on product information and customs code.

3. Prepare technical documentation, including safety justifications, technical passports, etc.

4. Arrange sample testing or factory system audit (if required).

5. Submit documentation to the certification body.

6. Assist in addressing feedback from the certification body.

7. Draft certificate issuance, assist client in confirmation.

8. Issue final certificate upon confirmation of accuracy.

9. Affix EAC mark on the product, provide certified copy for customs clearance.

EAC Logo Vector Image

The logo can be depicted in black or white depending on the base color of the nameplate, with a minimum size specified by the manufacturer’s usage specifications, not less than 5mm in basic dimensions.

Which products require EAC certification?

According to the requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union's EAC certification, different products need to undergo conformity assessment according to regulatory requirements. If a product complies with multiple directives simultaneously, it must meet all directives to obtain a Certificate of Conformity.

Note: "-" indicates that the official implementation date has not yet been announced.

Other Considerations:

1. For products not covered by technical regulations, entry into EAEU countries requires compliance with each country's respective certification requirements, such as GOST-K certification in Kazakhstan.

2. Products outside the scope of EAC and GOST certifications may consider applying for exemption certificates, issued by registered certification bodies, to facilitate customs clearance.

3. Measuring instruments entering EAEU countries must meet the respective metrological certification requirements of each member state, in addition to complying with TR technical regulations. Currently, metrological regulations among EAEU countries are not mutually recognized.

4. According to Decision No. 130 of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council dated November 12, 2021 (Решение Совета ЕЭК от 12.11.2021 № 130), starting from January 30, 2022, products imported into EAEU countries (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia) within the scope of EAC certification must be accompanied by a copy of the EAC-COC or EAC-DOC certificate signed and stamped by the applicant (as listed on the EAC certificate), with "Copy valid" handwritten. Importers should also obtain a Power of Attorney (POA) from the applicant before using the EAC certificate, if required by customs.