What Is EAC Certification?
"EAC certification" is the common name for the conformity assessment that confirms a product meets the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU: Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan). Products covered by a technical regulation may be placed on the Union market after the conformity assessment set out in that regulation. Under Article 53 of the EAEU Treaty, member states may not impose additional requirements or additional conformity assessment on products that comply with the technical regulations. Products that have passed conformity assessment bear the EAC mark (the single mark of circulation on the EAEU market).
Sources: Eurasian Economic Commission, "Conformity assessment in the EAEU" (EAEU Treaty, Articles 51–55, in Russian); member states as listed on the Eurasian Economic Commission technical regulation page (checked on November 5, 2026).
Chestny ZNAK Product Marking
In Russia, goods designated by the government must carry an individual Data Matrix code on each unit. The system is called Chestny ZNAK (Честный знак). The product groups are listed in Government Order No. 792-r of April 28, 2018, and the start date for each group is set by a separate government resolution. For imported goods, obtaining and applying the codes is the importer's obligation. We obtain the codes and arrange for them to be applied at the warehouse in Japan before shipment or in Russia.
Main Consumer Goods Covered and Start Dates
Dates from which manufacturers and importers must apply the codes (checked on November 5, 2026).
| Product group | Marking mandatory from |
|---|---|
| Dietary supplements | September 1, 2023 (some codes: March 1, 2025 and March 1, 2026) |
| Soap and detergents | May 1, 2025 |
| Hair care, deodorants, bath products, etc. | July 1, 2025 |
| Cosmetics, toothpaste and oral care | October 1, 2025 |
| Perfume and eau de toilette | Already mandatory |
| Hand hygiene products with antimicrobial claims, disinfectants | September 1, 2023 (some items: March 1, 2025) |
| Razors and blades | December 1, 2025 |
| Toilet paper, paper napkins, paper towels | October 1, 2026 |
| Toothbrushes, dental floss, hairbrushes, sanitary pads, etc. | November 1, 2026 |
| Snacks (chips, crackers, etc.) | May 1, 2025 |
| Sauces, spices, seasonings, dry soups, vinegar | July 1, 2025 |
| Biscuits, marshmallows, jellies, wafers, spreads | March 1, 2026 |
| Cakes, croissants, rolls, etc. | May 1, 2026 |
| Chocolate, candy, chewing gum, etc. | July 1, 2026 |
| Tea | April 1, 2026 |
| Coffee and chicory | June 1, 2026 |
| Pasta, honey, cereals, instant potatoes, etc. | September 1, 2026 |
| Rice, flour, pulses, etc. | December 1, 2026 |
| Vegetable oils | October 1, 2024 (glass and plastic packaging), February 1, 2025 (other packaging) |
| Dairy, bottled water, soft drinks, juices, canned food | Already mandatory (phased in 2021–2025) |
Whether an item is covered depends on its 10-digit commodity code, product name and net quantity. Small packages (e.g., sauces of 30 g or less, spices of 1 g or less, cosmetics of 5 ml / 5 g or less) and goods packed in store are excluded in many groups. Baby food and frozen semi-finished products are still at the experimental stage. We confirm each of your items individually in the free preliminary check.
EAC Certification: Main Requirements
In the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), technical regulations apply by product type, and a declaration of conformity, a certificate of conformity or a state registration certificate is required before sale. Compliant products bear the EAC mark (Eurasian Conformity mark). The applicant must be an entity registered in the EAEU, such as an importer or a party authorized by the manufacturer. We obtain the documents as the applicant.
| Product | Main technical regulations | Required document |
|---|---|---|
| General food (confectionery, seasonings, tea and coffee, noodles, etc.) | TR CU 021/2011 (food safety), TR CU 022/2011 (food labeling) | Declaration of conformity |
| Dietary supplements | TR CU 021/2011 | State registration certificate |
| Specialized food (baby food, sports nutrition, etc.) | TR CU 027/2012 | State registration certificate |
| Dairy products | TR CU 033/2013 | Declaration of conformity |
| Juices | TR CU 023/2011 | Declaration of conformity |
| Vegetable oils and fat products | TR CU 024/2011 | Declaration of conformity |
| Bottled water | TR EAEU 044/2017 | Declaration of conformity (state registration for some items) |
| Cosmetics, toothpaste, etc. | TR CU 009/2011 | Declaration of conformity (state registration for designated items such as children's cosmetics) |
| Household chemicals such as soap and detergents | EAEU Uniform Sanitary Requirements, etc. | Varies by product; checked individually |
| Toys | TR CU 008/2011 | Certificate of conformity |
This is an overview of the main requirements. Products containing food additives must also meet TR CU 029/2012. The documents and tests required differ by product.
Sources
- Government Order No. 792-r: list of goods subject to marking (as amended April 27, 2026; Russian)
- Cosmetics and household chemicals (Resolution No. 1681), razors (No. 808): operator CRPT (Russian)
- Hygiene products (Resolution No. 656 of May 30, 2026; Russian)
- Snacks, sauces and seasonings (Resolution No. 1682; Russian)
- Confectionery (Resolution No. 818): operator CRPT (Russian)
- Groups launched in 2026 (tea, coffee, etc.): operator CRPT (Russian)
- Pasta, honey, grains, etc. (Russian)
- Vegetable oils (Resolution No. 676): operator CRPT (Russian)
- TR CU 009/2011 (safety of cosmetics): Eurasian Economic Commission (Russian)
Last checked: November 5, 2026. The rules change frequently, so we check them as of the shipping date.