{"id":3427,"date":"2026-06-01T16:10:29","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T14:10:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/?post_type=glossary&#038;p=3427"},"modified":"2026-06-10T16:25:37","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T14:25:37","slug":"pressure-equipment-category","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/pressure-equipment-category\/","title":{"rendered":"Pressure Equipment Category (TR CU 032\/2013)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Pressure Equipment Category describes the regulatory classification of pressure equipment according to its hazard potential within the Eurasian Economic Union (<a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eaeu\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAEU<\/a>). Classification is performed in accordance with Technical Regulation TR CU 032\/2013 &ldquo;On Safety of Pressure Equipment&rdquo; and forms the basis for the applicable <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC<\/a> <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/conformity-assessment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">conformity assessment<\/a> procedure.<\/p>\n<p>TR CU 032\/2013 applies to numerous types of pressure equipment and pressure-containing systems, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>pressure vessels,<\/li>\n<li>pipelines,<\/li>\n<li>boilers,<\/li>\n<li>valves,<\/li>\n<li>heat exchangers,<\/li>\n<li>safety devices,<\/li>\n<li>as well as industrial pressure systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pressure Equipment Categories are determined based on technical parameters such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>maximum allowable pressure,<\/li>\n<li>volume,<\/li>\n<li>nominal diameter,<\/li>\n<li>temperature,<\/li>\n<li>type of medium,<\/li>\n<li>physical state of the medium,<\/li>\n<li>as well as the hazard potential of the substance involved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The regulation distinguishes four Pressure Equipment Categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Category 1 &#x2192; low risk<\/li>\n<li>Category 2 &#x2192; medium risk<\/li>\n<li>Category 3 &#x2192; increased risk<\/li>\n<li>Category 4 &#x2192; high risk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Pressure Equipment Category directly determines the applicable <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/conformity-assessment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">conformity assessment<\/a> procedure:<\/p>\n<h2>Category 1&#x2013;2<\/h2>\n<p>For pressure equipment classified under Categories 1 and 2, <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/conformity-assessment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">conformity assessment<\/a> is generally performed through:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>an <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac-declaration\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC Declaration<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/technical-documentation\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Technical Documentation<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>test reports,<\/li>\n<li>as well as product evaluations according to TR CU 032\/2013.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Category 3&#x2013;4<\/h2>\n<p>For pressure equipment classified under Categories 3 and 4, the following are generally required:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>an <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac-certificate\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC Certificate<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>testing by accredited laboratories,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/pressure-testing\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">pressure testing<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/production-surveillance\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">production surveillance<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>inspection controls,<\/li>\n<li>as well as involvement of accredited Certification Bodies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As the Pressure Equipment Category increases, regulatory requirements also increase regarding:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/product-safety\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>product safety<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/technical-documentation\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Technical Documentation<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>Safety Justifications,<\/li>\n<li>risk assessments,<\/li>\n<li>Material Certificates,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/testing-methods\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>testing methods<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>as well as manufacturing surveillance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Incorrect classification of Pressure Equipment Categories may lead to serious consequences, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>incorrect certification procedures,<\/li>\n<li>additional testing costs,<\/li>\n<li>certification delays,<\/li>\n<li>regulatory findings,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/customs-clearance\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">customs clearance<\/a> problems,<\/li>\n<li>or rejection of goods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pressure Equipment Categories are closely connected to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TR CU 032\/2013,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/pressure-testing\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">pressure testing<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>Safety Justifications,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/technical-documentation\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Technical Documentation<\/a>,<\/li>\n<li>risk assessments,<\/li>\n<li>Material Certificates,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC<\/a> Certificates,<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC<\/a> Declarations,<\/li>\n<li>as well as <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/production-surveillance\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">production surveillance<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For industrial systems, boiler systems, energy equipment and complex pressure installations in particular, correct categorization is essential for legally compliant exports within the <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eaeu\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAEU<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We support manufacturers, plant engineering companies and exporters in the regulatorily compliant classification of pressure equipment according to TR CU 032\/2013. Our services include technical evaluation, categorization, <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/technical-documentation\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Technical Documentation<\/a>, testing coordination and cooperation with accredited Certification Bodies and testing laboratories. This ensures legally compliant, reliable and efficient market access throughout the Eurasian Economic Union.<\/p>\n<h3>Related Terms<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/tr-cu-032-2013-pressure-equipment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">TR CU 032\/2013 &#x2013; Pressure Equipment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/pressure-testing\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Pressure Testing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/material-testing\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>Material Testing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC<\/a> PED \/ <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC<\/a> DGRL<\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/conformity-assessment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Conformity Assessment<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac-certificate\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC Certificate<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac-declaration\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>EAC Declaration<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/technical-documentation\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Technical Documentation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pressure Equipment Category describes the regulatory classification of pressure equipment according to its hazard potential within the Eurasian Economic Union (<a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eaeu\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">EAEU<\/a>). Classification is performed in accordance with Technical Regulation TR CU 032\/2013 &#x201C;On Safety of Pressure Equipment&#x201D; and forms the basis for the applicable <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/eac\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">EAC<\/a> <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.easygost.com\/en\/glossary\/conformity-assessment\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">conformity assessment<\/a> procedure. 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