What is it that needs to be labeled?

EAC marking (Eurasian Conformity) confirms that products comply with the requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and can be freely sold in its member countries.

Here’s how to get the EAC mark by following the basic steps:

First you need to determine what type of documentation you will need:

• EAEU Certificate of Conformity — needed for products that pose a high level of risk (for example, household appliances, cosmetics, children’s products).
• EAEU Declaration of Conformity — required for goods with a lower risk level (for example, clothing, some food products).

To clarify the requirements, you can refer to the list of products subject to certification or declaration. The list is published on the website of the Russian Accreditation Agency.

To test products for compliance with EAEU standards, an accredited testing laboratory will be required.

Here’s how to do it:

• Find a laboratory through Rosakkreditatsiya — lists of laboratories that have been accredited to work with the required product categories are available on the website.
• Provide product samples for testing, as well as technical documentation (for example, technical specifications, product passport).
• After testing, the laboratory will issue a test report. If the product meets the standards, the protocol will confirm its safety.

To register a declaration or certificate, you will need an accredited certification body. This authority will check the documents and issue a marking permit. Important points:

• Select an accredited body by checking its status on the Russian Accreditation website. Some popular authorities: Test-S.-Petersburg, TsSM Metrolog, GKR Moscow.
• Submit documents and pay for services. The authority will check the accuracy of the documents and, if they comply with the standards, issue a permit.

After receiving a certificate or registering a declaration, you can apply the EAC marking to the product. It must be placed on the packaging or the product itself to confirm its compliance with the requirements of the EAEU.

Where to go and useful resources in the Russian Federation:

1. Rosakkreditatsiya — to search for accredited laboratories and certification bodies.
2. Rospotrebnadzor — for consultations on product safety issues.
3. Standardization and Metrology Centers (CSM) — representative offices in major cities for consultations and paperwork.

Correct completion of all steps ensures that your product can be legally sold in the EAEU countries.

In order for a product to be approved for marking with the EAC mark, it is necessary to provide a certain set of documents.

Below is a list of the main documents that will be required to complete the product labeling procedure:

• Statement from the manufacturer or authorized representative.

• Test report (from an accredited laboratory).

• Technical documentation for the product (for example, description of composition, operating conditions).

• Quality and safety certificates for individual components, if required.

• Information about the manufacturer (TIN, OGRN, address).

All these documents must be prepared in Russian or provided with a translation.

In addition, it is important to have documents confirming the origin of the goods, such as purchase and sale agreements, orders, etc.

This is a prerequisite for the product labeling to be successfully marked with the “EAC” symbol. Violation of this rule may result in penalties or removal of the product from the market.

In order for products to comply with the requirements of the EAEU, the sign is placed in accordance with certain rules.

Let’s consider the main ones:

• Placement of the sign.

The EAC mark may be placed directly on the product if technically feasible. If this is not possible, it may be placed on the packaging or in accompanying documents.

For small projects where it is not possible to print the mark on the surface, it can be printed on a tag or label.

• Placement on packaging.

If there is a labeling area on the packaging, the EAC mark must be located so as to be visible to consumers and regulatory authorities.

For household goods, the mark must be located on the front or top of the package for easy inspection of the product on the shelf.

• Size and proportions of the sign.

There is no standard size for the sign, but the size must be such that it is easily readable and noticeable to consumers. Typically its minimum height is about 5 mm.

Changing the proportions of the sign, stretching or compressing the symbol is unacceptable, as this violates the standard appearance and can lead to its unreadability.

• Contrast and color scheme.

The EAC mark must be in contrast to the background on which it is applied. For example, on a light background the sign should be black, on a dark background it should be white or light.

Placing a sign in colors that do not contrast with the background is a violation and serves as a reason for refusing to sell products in the EAEU.

• Consistency and durability.

The mark must be visible and resistant to external influences throughout the entire service life of the product. If the product is subject to high humidity, abrasion or mechanical damage, special materials or coatings that can withstand such conditions should be used to apply the mark.

If there is no EAC mark on product packaging in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), this can entail serious consequences for sellers and manufacturers.

Product labeling marks confirm that the product meets the safety and quality standards established for the EAEU countries, therefore their absence is considered a violation of the law.

Here’s what violators may face:

1. Fines. For the sale of goods without EAC marking, fines are provided, which can reach significant amounts depending on the scale of the violation and the type of product.
2. Confiscation of goods. Unmarked goods may be seized and not allowed for sale until the violations are eliminated, which will lead to losses and additional costs for obtaining labeling.
3. Sales ban. In case of serious or repeated violations, the company may face a temporary or even complete ban on selling its products in the EAEU.
4. Loss of reputation. Buyers are increasingly paying attention to labeling, so if a product’s labeling code is missing, this can cause mistrust and affect sales.

To avoid these problems, it is important to provide the product with the necessary labeling in advance, confirming its compliance with all the requirements of the EAEU.

EAC marking can be made in the form of a label, metal stamp or information sign on the product packaging. It serves as confirmation of the high quality and safety of products, ensuring that they comply with the standards and requirements of the legislation of the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union.

EAC marking:

• This is a sign that confirms that the product meets safety and quality standards.

• Labeling is mandatory for products that may affect the health and safety of consumers.

Products subject to labeling:

• Food products (for example, canned goods, drinks, snacks).

• Medical products and medicines (for example, bandages, medications for treatment).

• Clothing and textiles (eg clothing, shoes).

• Electronics and household appliances (for example, televisions, smartphones, vacuum cleaners).

• Cosmetics and household chemicals (for example, creams, shampoos, detergents).

How to get marking codes:

• To obtain labeling codes, you need to go through a certification procedure with accredited bodies.

• It is important to obtain all necessary documents to ensure that the product meets the standards.

Meaning of the EAS sign:

• The presence of the mark on the packaging confirms that the product has been tested and is safe for the consumer.

• The mark is a guarantee of quality and compliance with the standards of the Eurasian Economic Union.

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