Marking Requirements
Mandatory Marking Requirements describe the legal obligation to mark products in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). They are among the key prerequisites for the lawful import, distribution and operation of products within the EAEU and form an essential part of EAC conformity assessment procedures.
Within the EAEU — Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan — harmonized product marking regulations apply. Their purpose is to ensure that products are clearly identifiable, safe to use and regulatorily traceable.
Mandatory Marking Requirements particularly include:
- EAC marking,
- manufacturer and importer information,
- product identification,
- serial or batch numbers,
- technical data,
- warning and safety information,
- as well as product-specific mandatory details.
Depending on the product category, the Technical Regulations of the EAEU (TR EAEU / TR CU) define which marking is required and how it must be applied. Relevant requirements include:
- marking format and size,
- language requirements,
- readability and durability,
- placement on the product or packaging,
- as well as completeness of information.
EAC marking may only be applied after:
- conformity assessment has been completed,
- a valid EAC Certificate or EAC Declaration has been issued,
- and all applicable regulatory requirements have been fulfilled.
Mandatory Marking Requirements apply to numerous product categories, including:
- machinery,
- electrical equipment,
- industrial systems,
- pressure equipment,
- chemicals,
- packaging,
- explosion-protected products,
- as well as consumer goods.
For safety-related products in particular, authorities and customs bodies verify consistency between:
- product marking,
- Technical Documentation,
- certification documents,
- TN VED classification,
- as well as product descriptions.
Missing, incorrect or incomplete marking is among the most common causes of:
- import prohibitions,
- customs delays,
- regulatory findings,
- penalties,
- additional inspections,
- product recalls,
- or rejection of goods.
Mandatory Marking Requirements are closely connected to:
- EAC marking,
- Packaging Marking,
- Technical Documentation,
- conformity assessment,
- EAC Certificates,
- EAC Declarations,
- TN VED EAEU,
- as well as Customs Clearance.
Regulatorily compliant product marking is essential for legally compliant and efficient market access within the Eurasian Economic Union.
In practice, we support manufacturers, exporters and importers in implementing fully compliant marking requirements — from reviewing existing product labels and preparing regulatorily compliant marking specifications to coordinating with Certification Bodies and authorities. This significantly reduces risks, delays and regulatory issues during import and distribution within the EAEU.