Alexej Schmidt

Enhanced Monitoring of EAC-certified Products

The Certification Oversight Authority has announced new measures to intensify inspection controls for certified products. This initiative, announced on May 2, 2024, aims to strengthen the verification of the authenticity of EAC certificates. This includes monitoring existing agreements between accredited certification bodies and authorized representatives, as well as conducting actual production audits at manufacturing sites and particularly inspection controls.

Why are EAC-Certificates being revoked on a huge scale?

Up to half of all EAC certificates issued may soon be declared invalid. What can be done to prevent this from happening with purchased EAC certificates?

During an inspection of the five largest certification bodies in the Eurasian Economic Union in July 2023, significant deficiencies were found in 46.8% of the audit reports used as a basis for issuing EAC certificates.

EAC-Certification of goods in Eurasian Economic Union: how does the process work?

Products sold on the Eurasian market (Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia) must be safe for consumers and the environment. In order to confirm the safety of products, there are a number of procedures to describe which in the commonly used sense the concept “certification” is usually used, although it is not entirely correct.

Changes to the Russian Law on Ensuring the Uniformity of Measurements.

From 2024, significant changes in Russian law ensuring the uniformity of measurements will come into effect.

The Apostille Convention has entered into force for mainland China

China joined the Hague Conference in 1987, but for a long time did not ratify the Apostille Convention, being the largest country in the world without the simplified document legalization procedure. Now everything has changed.

Apostille, consular legalization and recognition of educational degrees issued in Ukraine

The recognition of educational documents issued in Ukraine is an important step for individuals who intend to utilize their qualifications in Europe and the United States. Certain procedures such as apostille, legalization, and recognition need to be carried out to ensure the recognition of Ukrainian diplomas in other countries.

EAC Certification and EAC Declaration in Kazakhstan

The sanctions imposed by the EU and the USA against Russia and Belarus, including trade embargoes, asset freezes, and restrictions on financial transactions, can directly affect the EAC certification process.

We help carry out conformity assessment in Kazakhstan. We already have an office in Kazakhstan that is capable of testing product samples and conducting EAC certification, as well as assuming the duties of an authorized representative.

EAC certification amidst EU and US sanctions against Russia and Belarus: navigating the complex landscape

This article explores the complexities of EAC certification during sanctions and offers guidance on how to navigate this intricate landscape. We offer several strategies on how to obtain the EAC certification in other countries.

Recognition of the authenticity of public documents within the EU

If you want to get married in another EU country or look for work, you may need to present a public document – i.e., a document issued by an authority – such as a birth certificate or a criminal record certificate.

New requirements for the chocolate

Eurasian Economic Commission has adopted transitional provisions for amendments to the Eurasian Economic Union Technical Regulations TR ZU 021/2011 "On Food Safety" adopted by Commission Council Decision No. 173 of 25 November 2022.

New rules for certification of communication devices come into force

As of March 1, there are new regulations regarding the approval of communication devices. A new government decree N 1387, dated August 5, 2022, came into force on March 1.

The popularity of electronic apostilles is growing rapidly around the world

In the near future, almost a quarter of all apostilles worldwide will be issued electronically. This is the result of a study carried out by London Apostille Services in the UK.

Standards for "scary" children's toys to be established

The member states of the Eurasian Economic Union (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan) have decided to develop new requirements for toys that may affect children's mental development.

Translation and authentication of documents for EAC certification

For some registrations for the Eurasian market, translated and certified documents are requested from the foreign manufacturers. Thus, incorrectly certified documents can lead to delays or even refusal of registration.

TR EAWU 041/2017: Current status of technical regulation for chemical products: Specifics of the technical regulation. Part 2

Notification is a new procedure.

TR EAWU 041/2017: Current status of technical regulation for chemical products. Part 1

The entry into force of the TR EAWU 041/2017 is constantly postponed. We explain why this happens and when the regulation could come into force.

Changes in the issuing of EAC-certificates of state registration

On 20 January 2023, Decision No.

Russia will issue a residence permit for investment

The Cabinet of Ministers of Russia approved the criteria for foreign investors to obtain a residence permit

Cyprus has changed the criteria for registration of foreign companies

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Cyprus has amended the legislation on registration of companies controlled by foreigners.

Thank you for your cooperation in 2021!

Winter has arrived and with it Christmas is getting closer and closer. Most of all, it means having a good time with family and friends. At the same time, the holidays can also be very busy: the last gifts need to be wrapped, Christmas dinner is on the stove, pets have to be kept away from the Christmas tree and at the same time children try to steal cookies. We, Schmidt & Schmidt, traditionally summarize the past year on the eve of the new year and at Christmas and define plans for the future. The year 2021 offered our company a multitude of opportunities for further development and became a year full of successes, new achievements as well as challenges and difficulties overcome.

Our new website is launched

We’ve been working hard over the last few months on a completely fresh design for our website which reflects our corporate values and provides our customers and stakeholders with a more intuitive and user-friendly experience.

We’re thrilled that since our last site redesign in 2011, we’ve continued to grow and expand our portfolio of business solutions for our international clients. As we’ve grown, we want to showcase our new services, our work and the people at the heart of our success.

Schmidt & Schmidt obtained a court order against Sercons International GmbH

On September 2, 2021, the district court of Stuttgart issued a court order against Sercons International GmbH with its registered office in Baar, Switzerland.

What to look out for when applying for EAC certification

Despite sanctions and political disputes, the Eurasian and especially the Russian market remain attractive for many european manufacturers. The corresponding conformity assessment - EAC certification or EAC declaration - is a major obstacle for many foreign entrepreneurs due to its complexity, language differences and the very dynamic development of technical regulations and legislation in the field of industrial safety and consumer protection.

Schmidt & Schmidt OHG and Sercons International GmbH reach a settlement in court

Schmidt & Schmidt OHG and Sercons International GmbH have settled a dispute at the Regional Court of Stuttgart on September 3, 9.2020.

The application of standards for toy safety regulations has been updated

On June 29, 2020 the decision of the Eurasian Economic Commission no. 80 of June 23, 2020 has been officially published. This decision concerns the changes of the decision of the Commission of the Customs Union no. 798 of September 23, 2011.

Preliminary results of the chemical inventory in Russia

The intermediate results of the inventory of chemicals in circulation in Russia were published on the homepage of the State Industrial Information System.

Extension of the deadline for the implementation of the regulation on bottled water

Due to the decision no. 81 of June 23, 2020 of the Eurasian Economic Commission the deadline for approval documents for the conformity assessment of bottled drinking water has been postponed.

The mayor of Moscow has allowed notaries to return to work

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin excluded notarial offices from the list of organizations that are prohibited from working until the end of April due to the spread of coronavirus.

Russia starts sharing financial information with CIS countries

On 1 March 2020, Russia ratified a Protocol concerning exchange of information online between the countries of the CIS for tax management.

‘Manhunt’ for fugitive bankers in Russia

The Russian State Corporation ‘Deposit Insurance Agency’ starts ‘an open season’ for collection of 95 milliards rubles stolen by owners of 44 wound up banks.

Russian Government imposed a ban on the export of medical masks

Russian Government issued a decree that puts restriction on the export of medical masks because of unfair competition. The decision was made in order to protect people’s lives and health.

The renewal of the standards for TR CU 019/2011 "On safety of personal protective equipment"

The college of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) adopted the updated list of standards for TR CU 019/2011 "On safety of personal protective equipment" .

Two new positions for TR CU 034/2013 "On the safety of meat and meat products"

On March 26, 2020, the decision of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) No.14.

The requirements for nicotine products

Nicotine products are in a list of goods for which there are specific requirements in the area of the EAEU.

TR EAEU 037/2016 "On restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment" comes into force

On the first of March TR EAEU 037/2016 "On restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment" comes into force.

The changes in the technical regulation of Russia "On fire safety"

During the periode of February 17 to March 2, the changes regarding the Federal Law No. 123 of July 22, 2008 "The technical regulation of fire safety" will be discussed publicly.

The guideline of elaboration of technical conditions

The preparation of the technical conditions in a company is an important phase before the start of production.

The technical regulation for meat is updated

On the 21 of February a decree was published on the official website of the EEC, in which it is necessary to draw up a new editorial for TR CU 034/2013 "On safety of meat and meat products" .

The veterinary certificate for gastropods and their larvae

A form of the veterinary certificate for gastropods and their larvae will appear in the EAEU.

Safes are no longer in the national certification directory

On February 12, 2020, the Government of Russia published Decision No. 116.

The GOST R 58789-2019 standard in Russia

The national standard GOST R 58789-2019 “The system for protection against counterfeiting” will apply from January 1, 2020. The procedure for carrying out an inspection to check the authenticity of products”.

The renewal in the directory of GOSTs for low-voltage equipment

On February 11, a public discussion started on draft updated lists of standards required for the implementation of TR CU 004/2011 On safety of low-voltage equipment.

The completion of the list of standards for food additives

On the 4th of February 2020 began a public discussion on the draft amendments to the List of Standards for Test Methods Regarding Food Additives.

The changes to TR CU 021/2011 "On safety of food"

On the 7th of February 2020 began a public discussion on the draft procedure for introducing changes to the EAEU's technical regulation TR CU 021/2011 "On safety of food" .

The execution of GOSTs for the rules of pressure equipment

At the end of February, the standards development program comes into force.

New requirements for certification bodies and testing laboratories

The accreditation body has decided to publicly information about employees of organizations that are accredited to perform work related to the confirmation of conformity.

The powers of Rosstandart and Rospotrebnadzor are changed

On the 22th January,2020 the Government of Russia signed a decision amending a previous decision specifying the supervisory authorities.

The new GOSTs for TR CU 005/2011 On safety of packaging

Recently new editions of GOST directories have been adopted about TR CU 005/2011 On safety of packaging .

What happened with the technical rules "On safety of milk and dairy products"?

A few days ago, the Council's report was published by the EAEU, which reports about the changes in TR CU 033/2013 "On safety of milk and dairy products" .

The renewal of the certificate when the address changes

On 16th of January, the report of the negotiations was published by the Federal Accreditation Service (Russian Accreditation) on the questions of the application of the regulation regarding the uniform scheme of the conformity assessment.

The changes in the uniform list of goods

On the 17th January, 2020 the decision of the Board of Directors of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) No. 9 was published and came into force.

The changes in the Technical Regulation on oil and fat products are planned

On 18th of December, 2019 was published the official information on the forthcoming start of the public discussion about the draft amendments to TR CU 024/2011 "On oil and fat products" .

The transition period for the technical regulation 037/2016 "On the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment" ends on March 1, 2020

The Technical Regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union TR EAEU 037/2016 On the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment is largely harmonized with RoHs Directive 2011/65/EU.

How can you make changes to the issued EAC-certificate or EAC-declaration?

It is not uncommon for the manufacturer to determine after registering the certificate of conformity - be it an EAC-certificate or an EAC-declaration - that the information in the certificate of co

Thank you for cooperation!

Dear Clients, Partners and colleagues! Year 2019 is coming to an end. It was a bright and intense year with exciting and interesting events.

Christmas is coming!

Our employees can not only work well, but also spend free time exciting. Christmas market and mulled wine are of course a good idea, but something new and mysterious is also no hindrance for us.

New GOSTs for skiing

Winter is just around the corner, that means it’s time for winter extreme sports. There is an opportunity not only to enjoy Russian frosts but also to try yourself as a real sportsman.

Standards Against Pirate Goods in Russia

Due to the large number of counterfeit goods and fakes in the trade market, Rosstandart made sure of the adoption of new drafts protecting right-holders and their products.

Changes in the List of Standards for Furniture Testing Methods

GOST regulating methods and conditions for testing furniture products will be updated in December this year.

The Duty-free Import Threshold is 200 Euros

The duty-free import rate of foreign currency and personal items will be reduced in all EAEU member countries in January 2020. Changes will also concern international mail.

TR CU 032/2013 Pressure equipment category calculator now online

Now you can easily determine what technical requirements must be met for the import of your goods into the territory of the EAEU.

A New Standard for Drinking Water Supply in Russia

Rosstandart creates a completely new form of the standard that never existed before.

Obtaining a Russian Residence Permit is Much Easier now

Today, an unlimited residence permit in Russia can be obtained by...

Uniform Standards for Jewelry in the EAEU are Currently Under Development

New standards will regulate jewelry in the EAEU market.

Israeli Embassies Closed Worldwide

The embassy does not receive visitors also in other countries (USA, India, Germany, France, Australia and others).
The time of resumption the work of the embassy in Moscow, as in other countries, are not yet announced.

Rospotrebnadzor Issues for the Mandatory Marking of Biologically Active Supplement

Rospotrebnadzor sent a draft on an electronic marking of biologically active supplement to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Updated List of Standards on Testing Methods of Drinking Water

The lists of standards are formed in order to ensure compliance with the requirements of the EAEU TR 044/2017 “On the safety of drinking water, including natural mineral water”.

Russia ahead of Europe and China in the ranking of Doing Business

In the new ranking of Doing Business Russia rose from 31 to 28 place, entering the TOP 30 and thus getting ahead of France and China. The leading positions are occupied by New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong.

Changes in the Technical Regulations for Protective Equipment (PPE) are Planned

Amendments will be made to the several scopes of regulations, revision of appendices, and clarification of requirements for concrete PPE.
Russia will be responsible for further development of the regulations with the support of other member states of the Association (EAEU).

A List of Firefighting Equipment Subjected to Certification and Declaration

The list of firefighting goods subjected to mandatory conformity assessment comes into force on January 1, 2020.

Switzerland and the UAE have ceased to be a "tax Paradise".

The Council of the European Union agreed to remove the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Marshall Islands from the “black” list for tax purposes. It also found Albania, Costa Rica, Mauritius, Serbia and Switzerland to be compliant with all commitments on tax cooperation.

A List of Food Additives Subjected to a Mandatory Conformity Assessment

The decision of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission will come into force in November 2019.

The Conformity Requirements for the TR EAEU 040/2016 “On Safety of Fish Products”

According to the Technical Regulation, production and realization of fish products, which have had the conformity assessment by GOST R, was allowed in the territory of the EAEU member countries unt

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation has made a List of Dairy Products subjected to Mandatory Marking with Control Identification Labels

A meeting of the State Commission on Counteraction of Illicit Traffic of Industrial Products, chaired by the Minister of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, Denis Manturov, was held.

A Uniform Halal Standard in the EAEU

The head of the International standardization and certification center HALAL, Aydar Gazizov, has claimed that a uniform standard for halal products will soon be created for the countries of the Eur

A New Draft of the List of Standards for Technical Regulations On Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) of Equipment

A public discussion due to the updating the list of standards for the technical regulation of the Customs Union

The Directory of Products Subjected to the Health Control

On September 17, 2019, the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) announced an order No. 154, which includes a list of goods subjected to a sanitary-epidemiological supervision.

A New GOST for Cut Flowers

Rosstandart approved the new GOST 18908.-2019 for cut flowers.

List of communication devices, which must be certificated, will be expanded

On August 22, 2019, the public discussion of the draft amendments to the list of devices subjecting to a mandatory certification was ended.

The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) carried the Technical Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) “On the requirements for the energy efficiency of energy-consuming devices”

The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) carried the Technical Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) “On the requirements for the energy efficiency of energy-consuming devices” in the August 2019.

GOST for "traffic light" products marking is ready for EEU

Final edition of the GOST for "traffic light" products marking is complete and should be accepted in October.

Updated list of test methods for wheeled vehicles in EEU

Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has amended the list of intergovernmental standards for research methods for wheeled vehicles.

Adoption of new regulations for pressure equipment in EEU

New edition of the technical regulations of the Customs Union applies since July 14th of 2019

New regulations of GOST for cosmetics in EEU

The Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) took a decision on 23 June 2019.

Forbidding a shoe products turnover without labelling in Russia

The Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation has prepared a bill with the provisions for labelling shoes with means of identification.

New restrictions on the importation of meat and milk products by citizens

The Ministry of Agriculture proposes to harden the importation of products for personal use from other countries for veterinary purposes

New regulation of personal protective equipment (PPE) in EEU

The draft amendments to the technical regulations of the Customs Union “On the safety of personal protective equipment” were off

New EU rules cut red tape for citizens living or working in another Member State

As stated in their press release from the 15th of February, the European Union has published

EU expands blacklist of tax havens

The Council of the European Union has expanded its "blacklist" of countries that do not cooperate in tax information exchange.

New regulations for determining the country of origin when importing goods into EAEU-States

On January 12, 2019, the decision №49 of the Eurasian Economic Union concerning the determination of the country of origin for the import of goods into EAEU-States came into force.

Differences between the CE and the EAC Marking

The present article is meant to clarify the intent and purpose of the CE Marking and the EAC Marking.

The Register of Pressure Equipment has been published

On January 8, 2019, the Eurasian Economic Union has published the register of pressure equipment subject to an EAC Certification.

Register of all attractions subject to an EAC Certification has been created

On January 18, 2019, the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) has passed the register of attractions subject to an EAC Certification.

TR CU 033/2013 On safety of milk and dairy products has been updated

After a transition period of a few years, the updated version of the Technical Regulation TR CU 033/2013 On s

New rules for all wheeled vehicles and their components

Towards the end of 2018, the Eurasian Economic Commission has issued new standards for all wheeled vehicles and their respective components. These Rules came into force on January 27, 2019.

Technical rules on alcohol were passed

On November 23, 2018, Order No. 182 of the Eurasian Economic Commission was published, which approved the draft technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union "On the Safety of Alcoholic Beverages".

New rules on emergency and life preserver will be adopted

The Commission of the Eurasian Economic Union is negotiating about the adoption of the new technical regulations "On the safety of products intended for civil protection and protection in a state o

Register of electronic equipment passed

The register of electronic equipment for which the use of hazardous substances is restricted, will come into force on November 18, 2018.

New standards on fire safety passed

The new technical regulation TR EAEU 43/2017 On requirements for fire safety and extinguishing devices is to come into force on January 1, 2020. The regulation standardises requirements for:

Register of mineral fertilizers passed

The Eurasian Economic Union has defined the Register of mineral fertilizers in accordance with the EAEU customs tariff numbers.

Eurasian Economic Union updates TR CU 021/2011 On safety of food

In conjunction with TR EAEU 044/2017 On the safety of packaged drinking water including natural mineral water coming into force, the provisions of TR CU 0

Fish products no subject to state registration anymore

According to the Decision of the Eurasian Economic Union № 64 fish products are to be erased from the unified register of products subject to state hygienic registration.

New technical regulation on natural gas passed

On January 1, 2022, the new technical regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union „On safety of combustible natural gas prepared for transportation and (or) use“ will come into force.

Russia passes new law on the manufacturing of organic food

In Russia, a new law on organic food has been passed. The new regulations aim to ensure the quality of the products and to inform consumers comprehensively.

New rules on the validity of EAC declarations

Decision №41 „On the validity of EAC Declarations compliant with the minimum requirements of the technical regulations of the EAEU“ has entered into force on July 1, 2018.

Eurasian Economic Union develops new monitoring system for hazardous products

On July 12, 2018, the Eurasian Economic Union has announced a new monitoring system. It is supposed to detect violations of the technical regulations of the EAEU faster.

GOST-R certificate for radiators and convectors

On June 27, 2018, new product types have been added to the harmonised list of Russian products subject to GOST-R certification.

New rules for the creation of registration numbers for EAC certificates and EAC declarations

On July 1, 2018, new rules have come into force that concern the creation of registration numbers for EAC declarations in the registers of the Federal Accreditation Service Rosakreditatsia.

New draft legislation on compulsory identification marking

A new draft legislation in Russia suggests new measures to fight counterfeit products. It has already passed the first reading.

Technical Regulation TR EAEU 042/2017 On safety of children's playgrounds

On May 29, 2018 the Eurasian Economic Union has passed new regulations on products that do not only require a customs declaration, but also a conformity assessment with the regulation TR EAEU 042/2017 On safety of children's playgrounds.

New agreement on products not covered by technical regulation

The Eurasian Economic Union is about to pass an agreement on products that are not yet subject to technical regulation.

Russia adopts “counter-sanctions” law

Today, on June 4, President Vladimir Putin signed the law that introduces the response to the sanctions imposed on Russia by the USA and other western countries.

Requirements of Technical Regulation On safety of perfumes and cosmetic products updated

The requirements of the Technical Regulation TR CU 009/2011 On safety of perfumes and cosmetic products are being updated.

Regulation on safety of personal protective equipment updated

On March 6, 2018, the commission of the Eurasian Economic Union has passed the resolution № 37 «On changes to the resolution of December 9, 2011 г. № 878».

Technical Regulation on milk and dairy products to be edited

From March 1 to 16, 2018, a public hearing about the changes to the Technical Regulation On safety of milk and dairy products has t

Certification system to be reformed

On December 29, 2017, the head of the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology has signed a decree on the foundation of a national certification system.

New law on information communication in Russia

In Russia, a new law on information communication is to be passed soon. The Russian Association for Media Communication has begun to elaborate on a new law which is to regulate the IT and communications field.

Verification of EAC Certificates and EAC Declarations

Recently, we receive an increasing number of inquiries from German companies, to verify the authenticity of EAC c

New Technical Regulation TR EAEU 041/2017 On safety of chemicals published

On May 18, 2017, the new technical regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union TR EAEU 041/2017 On safety of chemicals has been published. The new regulation serves as a gift-in-return to the European REACH regulation and CLP regulation.

The applicant can call back the EAC Declaration

The Russian Federal Service for Accreditation is offering a new electronic service for the voluntary cancellation of GOST declarations as well as

14,000 GOST Standards to be abolished until 2025

Until 2025, Rosstandart plans to finish with modernizing a large part of the current national standards. About 14,000 GOST Standards that have been introduced during Soviet times shall be abolished or replaced by new standards.

EAEU passes Technical Regulation "On safety of chemicals"

On March 3, 2017, the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission passed the technical regulation „On safety of chemicals“.

New TR EAEU 039/2016 On requirements for mineral fertilizer

In the EAEU, the technical regulation TR EAEU 039/2016 On requirements for mineral fertilizer has been passed.

Harsher penalties if requirements of TR CU regulations are not met

On December 1, 2016, a law on sharper penalties for the distrubution of products not meeting the requirements of technical regulations was presented to the Russian Duma.

The technical regulation TR EAEU 037/2016 On restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment published

The technical regulation TR EAEU 037/2016 determines unified requirements for the permissible concentration of lead, quicksilver, cadmium and hexavalent chromium in electronic devices.

The technical regulation "On safety of attractions" has been published

On October 18, 2016, the technical regulation "On safety of attractions" has been passed in Moscow during the meeting of the Eurasion Economic Commission. The document was finally published on December 23, 2016.

The Eurasian Economic Union passes a new regulation

The EAEU passes the technical regulation TR EAEU 036/2016 On requirements for the gaseous fuel.

Changes to the technical regulation TR CU 017/2011 On safety of light industry products announced

On September 28, 2016, the resolution of the College of the Eurasian Economic Commission No. 60 "On the introduction of changes to the Technical Regulation of the Customs Union TR CU 017/2011 On safety of light industry products" has been published.

EAEU develops technical regulations for metros and trams

The Eurasian Economic Commission develops two Technical Regulations "On safety of metro-rolling stock" and "On safety of light rail vehicles and trams".

Draft of the technical regulation "On restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment" approved

On August 4, 2016, the College of the Eurasian Economic Commission published resolution № 110 on the approval of the technical regulation TR EAEU 037/2016 On restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

Russia introduces a new GOST Marking

In the course of the implementation of the federal law No. 162-FZ "About standardization in the Russian Federation" on July 5, 2016, the order of the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology Rosstandart № 795 "On the authorization of the portrayal and the description of the GOST Marking of the national system of standardization" for the marking of products that meet the requirements of the Russian GOST standards has been published.

Transitional period for the introduction of TR CU regulations on rail vehicles and railway infrastructure prolonged

This decision revises the introduction of the compulsory attestation of conformity in the form of the EAC Certificate or EAC Declaration of Rail vehicles and rail infrastructure.

Which one is correct: TR CU certificate or EAC certificate?

The compliance with standards of the technical regulation is indispensable for the import of products subject to conformity to Russia and other member states of the Eurasian Economic Union.

Stricter controls of GOST certification in Russia

On July 1, 2016, the new law "On standardization" enters into force in Russia. It tightens significantly the requirements for manufacturers regarding the compliance with the national GOST standards.

The Eurasian Economic Union has its own conformity mark now

On February 18, 2016, the resolution of the Eurasian Economic Commission № 15 On changes to the Decision of the Customs Union's Commission № 711 of July 15, 2011 „On the unified EAC Mark in the member states of the Customs Union“ was published.

Russia introduces new GOST standards for in-vitro medical diagnostics

The Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart) passed five new national GOST standards for devices for in-vitro medical diagnostics

New GOST standards to enter into force in Russia next year

In 2016, some new GOST Standards that the Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology Rosstandart has agreed to are to come into force in Russia.<