Customs Union
A Customs Union is a common economic and customs territory in which multiple countries apply unified external tariffs, harmonized import regulations and common technical requirements. In the context of EAC certification, the term refers to the Customs Union of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), which includes Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan.
The Customs Union forms the regulatory basis for the free movement of goods within the EAEU. It allows products, once properly imported and conformity assessed, to circulate throughout all member states without additional national certification procedures.
The Customs Union is intended to:
- apply unified customs regulations,
- implement common Technical Regulations,
- reduce trade barriers between member states,
- simplify the movement of goods,
- and harmonize regulatory requirements across the economic area.
Within the Customs Union, the following apply:
- common Technical Regulations of the EAEU (TR EAEU / TR CU),
- unified TN VED customs tariff codes,
- harmonized conformity assessment procedures,
- common EAC marking requirements,
- as well as coordinated customs and import procedures.
EAC certification is directly based on the regulatory structure of the Customs Union. An EAC Certificate or registered EAC Declaration issued in one member state is generally valid throughout the entire EAEU.
As a result, manufacturers and exporters can:
- access multiple EAEU markets simultaneously,
- reduce certification costs,
- standardize regulatory procedures,
- and simplify cross-border trade operations.
The Customs Union is closely connected to:
- EAC Certificates,
- EAC Declarations,
- TN VED EAEU,
- Technical Regulations,
- Customs Clearance,
- Customs Documentation,
- as well as conformity assessment procedures.
For many product categories — especially machinery, electrical equipment, industrial systems, chemicals and safety-critical products — regulatorily correct classification within the Customs Union is essential for legally compliant exports.
Incorrect certifications, inaccurate TN VED classifications or inconsistent customs documentation may lead to:
- customs delays,
- regulatory findings,
- additional inspections,
- additional duties,
- or import restrictions within the Customs Union.
While the Customs Union simplifies trade within the EAEU, it also increases the importance of centrally consistent regulatory and technical documentation.
We support manufacturers, exporters and importers in achieving regulatorily compliant implementation of all Customs Union requirements within the Eurasian Economic Union. Our services include EAC certification, TN VED classification, Technical Documentation, Customs Clearance and cooperation with accredited Certification Bodies and authorities. This ensures legally compliant, reliable and efficient market access throughout the entire EAEU.