Consultancy on EAC Labelling

How does an EAC Consultation Work?

Most companies that contact us with a request for advice want their product to receive an EAC marking. Often they are unsure of the steps they need to take to market their product in the EAEU states in a legally compliant manner.

Most of the time, it is the machines or production facilities. Our expertise in the field of EAC labelling of machines, machine components or production facilities has been developed and permanently improved through many years of experience.

EAC Labelling for Components

We have already carried out EAC certification or EAC declaration for the smallest units, such as electronic fruit tree shears or batteries for diving devices, but also for large systems, such as stranding systems with several machines for unwinding, twisting and wrapping ropes.

When we ask about the type of product, we are concerned with the fundamental possibility of EAC certification and the duration of the EAC approval of the product, as well as the costs of EAC approval and EAC marking of the goods.

Process of Marking Machines

The EAC certification process for machinery is a procedure for confirming conformity with the technical regulations and standards of the Eurasian Economic Union. The EAEU consists of several countries, including Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia and Kyrgyzstan.

The certification process includes the following steps:

1. Identifying the applicable technical regulations: First, the relevant technical regulations that apply to the specific machine must be identified. These regulations vary depending on the type of machine and its area of application.

2. Selecting the conformity procedure: There are various procedures that can be applied, depending on the type of machine and the applicable regulations. These include, for example, the EAC assessment by the manufacturer or certification by a testing laboratory.

3. Preparation of technical documents: the manufacturer must prepare the necessary documents that prove the machine's compliance with the TR CU regulations. These include specifications, test reports and operating instructions.

4. Conducting the conformity assessment: depending on the procedure chosen, the conformity assessment is carried out either by the manufacturer or by a testing centre. The documents are checked and tests are carried out on the machine.

5. Issuance of the EAC Mark: if the machine has successfully passed the conformity assessment and meets all the requirements, the mark is issued. The mark confirms that the machine complies with the TR CU regulations.

It is important to note that the process of EAC marking may vary depending on the type of machine or equipment and the requirements of the EAEU member states.

It is advisable to consult with experts in the field to obtain accurate and up-to-date information and to carry out the process properly.

Documents for EAC Marking 

Various documents are required for the EAC marking of machines to demonstrate compliance with the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union.

The exact requirements may vary depending on the type of machine and the applicable regulations, but in general, the required documents include the following:

1. Technical drawings and specifications: detailed drawings of the machine, as well as specifications of its design and function, are required. These should include all relevant technical parameters and features of the machine.

2. Inspection reports and test protocols: if the machine has been subjected to certain tests to demonstrate its EAC compliance with the technical regulations, the relevant inspection reports and test protocols should be provided.

3. Instructions and documentation: the machine should be supplied with a detailed instruction manual that contains all the information needed to use the machine safely and properly.

4. Declaration of conformity: the manufacturer must provide a declaration of conformity confirming that the machine complies with the applicable regulations. This declaration should include all relevant information about the machine.

5. Other documents: Depending on the requirements, other documents may be needed, such as certificates for materials or components used, assembly instructions, wiring diagrams and risk assessments.

Duration of the Marking of Machines

The duration of the EAC marking of machines can vary depending on various factors. There is no set standard duration, as it depends on several variables.

Here are some factors that can influence the overall duration:

1. Type of machine: the complexity and type of machine can affect the duration of the marking process. Larger, more complex or specialised machines may require additional testing, evaluation or documentation.

2. Conformity procedure: the chosen conformity assessment procedure can affect the duration. Depending on whether certification by the manufacturer or the involvement of a testing body is required, the processing time may vary.

3. Availability of resources: The availability of resources such as testing laboratories, experts and certification bodies can influence the duration. Certain resources may be in high demand, which can lead to delays.

4. Experience and preparation: The preparation of the manufacturer for the labelling can influence the duration. A manufacturer who already has extensive knowledge of the requirements and regulations can complete the process more quickly.

5. Communication with authorities and certification bodies: The time required for communication and exchange of information with the relevant authorities or certification bodies can affect the overall duration.

Overall, the duration of the certification of machines can range from several weeks to several months. It is recommended to start the process early and to allow sufficient time for the preparation of the necessary documents and tests.

Cost of Certification of Machines

The cost of EAC marking of machinery can vary greatly depending on several factors. There is no set standard cost as it depends on several variables. Here are some factors that can affect the total cost:

1. Type of machine: the complexity, size and specific requirements of the machine can affect the cost. Larger or more technically sophisticated machines may require additional testing, assessments or documentation, which can result in higher costs.

2. Conformity assessment procedure: the chosen conformity assessment procedure can influence the costs. Self-certification by the manufacturer can usually be more cost-effective than using an accredited testing or certification body.

3. Required tests and inspections: if tests or inspections are required to demonstrate the conformity of the machine, this may incur additional costs. The type of tests, the number of tests carried out and the involvement of external testing laboratories can influence the costs.

4. Documentation and technical files: the preparation and compilation of the required technical files and documentation can incur costs. These include technical drawings, specifications, reports, certificates and operating instructions.

5. Certification and administrative fees: depending on the country and authority, fees may be charged for processing and issuing the EAC marking. These fees vary from country to country and can affect the total cost.

It is important to note that the costs may also depend on the individual service providers, experts and testing laboratories involved in the marking process.

Period of Validity of the EAC Certification

The EAC marking can be either contract-related or standard. For contract-related deliveries, a one-time marking is carried out. For standard deliveries, the marking is carried out for series production. The validity period of the marking for series production can be between 1 and 5 years.

With the introduction of the EAC marking, the standardisation system of the individual EAEU states was fundamentally reformed, and at the same time the regulations for approval were harmonised.

As a result of this harmonisation, national regulations such as GOST certification have lost some of their significance and have been replaced by the EAEU states' TR CU regulations.