Certification Scheme
A Certification Scheme is a structured conformity assessment framework defined by the Technical Regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). It specifies which tests, documents, inspections, audits, and surveillance activities are required to demonstrate that a product complies with applicable regulatory requirements.
The Eurasian Economic Union – consisting of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan – operates a harmonized system of Technical Regulations (TR EAEU / TR CU). These regulations define various certification and declaration schemes depending on the product category, risk level, production model, and intended use.
A Certification Scheme determines:
- which conformity assessment procedures apply,
- which tests must be performed,
- which Technical Documentation is required,
- whether a factory audit is necessary,
- whether production surveillance is required,
- which roles Testing Laboratories and Certification Bodies perform,
- and which evidence is needed for issuing an EAC Certificate or registering an EAC Declaration.
Selecting the correct Certification Scheme is one of the most important aspects of an EAC certification project. Incorrect scheme selection may result in unnecessary testing, additional costs, project delays, or regulatory non-compliance.
Different Certification Schemes apply depending on the Technical Regulation and product category. In practice, schemes are commonly used for:
- serial production,
- batch certification,
- and single-unit certification.
A Certification Scheme may include:
- document review,
- product testing,
- type examination,
- factory audits,
- factory production control,
- production surveillance,
- inspection control,
- and periodic reassessment during certificate validity.
Products with elevated safety risks are generally subject to more comprehensive Certification Schemes. This is particularly relevant for machinery, pressure equipment, explosion-protected equipment, electrical products, and personal protective equipment.
For serial production, Certification Schemes often include ongoing factory inspections and surveillance activities in addition to product testing. This ensures that compliance is maintained throughout continuous production rather than being limited to a single tested sample.
Batch Certification Schemes, by contrast, typically focus on the assessment of a specific shipment or production lot and may require fewer surveillance activities.
Technical Documentation forms a core component of every Certification Scheme. Depending on the applicable regulation, required documentation may include:
- technical descriptions,
- operating instructions,
- Technical Passports,
- test reports,
- safety justifications,
- risk assessments,
- material certificates,
- and other product-specific records.
The exact documentation requirements depend on the applicable Technical Regulation and the selected Certification Scheme.
For manufacturers and exporters, choosing the appropriate Certification Scheme is essential for efficient certification procedures and successful market access within the Eurasian Economic Union. Proper regulatory planning helps reduce costs, minimize risks, and accelerate project timelines.
We support manufacturers, exporters, and importers in selecting suitable Certification Schemes, preparing Technical Documentation, coordinating testing activities, and managing EAC certification and declaration projects throughout the EAEU.