EAEU TR CU/EAC Certification Guide for Kazakhstan

EAEU TR CU/EAC Certification Guide for Kazakhstan

The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) mandates TR CU/EAC certification for products sold in Kazakhstan and other member states (Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan). Below is a comprehensive guide to the latest updates, changes, and procedures for 2025.

1. Key Updates in 2025

A. New Technical Regulations (TR EAEU)

TR EAEU 052/2021: Expanded coverage for metro vehicles, effective 2025 .

Energy Efficiency Labels: Mandatory for household appliances (e.g., refrigerators, ACs) from 2025 .

RoHS Compliance: Stricter enforcement of TR EAEU 037/2016 (restriction of hazardous substances in electronics) .

B. Digitalization of Certification

EAEU Unified Database: All certificates must now be registered in the EAEU portal for real-time verification .

E-Declarations: Simplified online submission for EAC DOC (reduces processing time to 1–2 weeks) .

C. Local Representation Requirements

Non-EAEU manufacturers must appoint a Kazakhstan-based legal entity to apply for certification .

Penalties: Increased fines (up to $10,000) for unregistered imports .

2. Certification Types & Validity

Type Applicability Validity Key Requirements

EAC COC High-risk (machinery, medical devices) 1–5 years Lab tests + factory audits + annual audits .

EAC DOC Low-risk (textiles, furniture) Up to 5 years Self-declaration + technical file review.

Single-Batch COC One-time imports Shipment-only Contract and invoice required.

3. Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Determine Certification Type

Match the product’s HS code to the applicable TR CU/TR EAEU (e.g., TR CU 004/2011 for electronics) .

Step 2: Prepare Documentation

Technical files: Manuals (in Russian/Kazakh), test reports (CE/IEC accepted if supplemented by local testing) .

Legal documents: Company registration, ISO 9001 (if applicable), power of attorney for local reps .

Step 3: Testing & Audits

COC: Samples tested in EAEU-accredited labs (e.g., 上海经合工业 in Kazakhstan) .

DOC: No lab tests for low-risk products, but files must be reviewed .

Step 4: Submit & Register

Applications are reviewed by agencies like InterCert Kazakhstan .

Certificates are issued within 5–45 days and registered in the EAEU database .

Step 5: Compliance Maintenance

EAC Marking: Must be affixed (≥5mm) on products/packaging .

Annual Audits: Required for COCs valid >1 year .

4. Industry-Specific Changes

A. Automotive & Machinery

TR CU 018/2011: Updated safety requirements for EV batteries .

Localization Incentives: Reduced certification fees for Kazakhstan-made components .

B. Food & Packaging

TR CU 022/2011: New labeling rules for GMO-free claims.

TR CU 005/2011: Stricter recyclability standards for packaging.

C. Electronics

TR CU 020/2011: Enhanced EMC testing for 5G devices .

6. Resources & Contacts

EAEU Technical Regulations: portal.eaeunion.org 8.

Kazakhstan Accreditation: Ministry of Economy or 上海经合工业 .

Certification Agencies: 认证机构：上海经合工业设备检测有限公司

Certification body: Shanghai Jinghe Industrial Equipment Testing Co., Ltd.

Key Citations:

3: EAC COC/DOC definitions and validity.

4: Kazakhstan’s application steps and local representation.

5: TR CU vs. TR EAEU equivalence.

6: Updated technical regulations (e.g., TR EAEU 052/2021).

7: Certification timelines and costs.

8: Digitalization and EAEU database.

9: Compliance and labeling rules.

10: 2025 updates (energy labels, RoHS).