How to Get EAC Certification for Seamless Steel Pipes?

What is EAC Certification and Why Does it Matter?

EAC (Eurasian Conformity) certification is a mandatory product conformity certificate required for goods entering the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) market, which includes Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan.

For seamless steel pipes, this certification is not optional. Without a valid EAC certificate, your products cannot clear customs or be sold in these countries. This guide covers the essential requirements, testing procedures, and the critical 2026 regulatory updates you need to know before exporting.

Does Your Seamless Pipe Need EAC Certification?

EAC certification for seamless steel pipes is governed by the technical regulation TR CU 032/2013, "Safety of Pressure Equipment." Certification is mandatory if your pipe meets any of the following criteria:

Parameter	Threshold Requiring Certification
Nominal Diameter (DN)	> 25 mm
Design Pressure (PN)	> 0.05 MPa
Media Type	Gas, steam, or liquid

Exemptions: Non-pressure-bearing structural components with DN ≤ 25mm and PN ≤ 0.05MPa, laboratory miniature tubing, etc.

Applicable Materials

EAC certification applies to all seamless steel pipes—regardless of material—that meet the pressure and diameter thresholds. This includes:

● Carbon steel seamless pipes
● Alloy steel seamless pipes
● Stainless steel seamless pipes

While the certification process and testing requirements are largely similar across materials, stainless steel pipes are subject to additional corrosion resistance testing as part of the mandatory material testing requirements. It is important to ensure that your material certificates and test reports align with the specific requirements for your pipe's material type.

Which Type of Certification Do You Need?

Based on the risk level of the application, there are two types of EAC certification:

Note: The CoC process is more rigorous and time-consuming due to the mandatory factory audit.

Mandatory Testing Items:

All seamless steel pipes require EAC certification to undergo the following tests by an accredited laboratory:

1. Material Testing: Chemical composition analysis, mechanical properties (tensile/yield/elongation), impact toughness, corrosion resistance.
2. Dimensional Accuracy: Outer diameter, wall thickness, ovality, end face perpendicularity.
3. Non-destructive Testing (NDT) – Ultrasonic testing (UT), eddy current testing (ECT), and radiographic testing (for welds).

4. Pressure Testing: Hydraulic or pneumatic pressure tests to verify integrity.

Critical Updates: EAC Certification New Regulations in 2026

Starting in 2026, the EAC certification system will implement stricter "red-line" requirements. These changes are significant and will affect all exporters:

New Requirement	Details
Certification Authority	Only certificates issued by Russian institutions (RA/RU prefix) will be accepted.
Certificate Holder	Chinese sellers cannot hold the certificate directly. Must authorize a legal entity within Russia.
Mandatory QR Code	Products must bear an FGIS encrypted QR code (minimum size: 8mm).
Testing	All products must undergo full testing in Russia; CE/PED certificates are only partially reusable.
Information Consistency	Customs declarations, certificates, and nameplate information must be 100% consistent.

⚠️ Consequences of Non-Compliance: Goods may be detained or returned, with fines of 20%–200% of the goods' value, and a potential 5-year market ban.

EAC vs GOST Certification: 

Since 2015, EAC certification has completely replaced the original GOST-R certification for the EAEU market. Standalone GOST certificates are no longer accepted. All seamless steel pipes exported to Russia and other EAEU member states must now obtain valid EAC certification.

Step-by-Step EAC Certification Process

1. Compliance Assessment: Confirm HS code and regulatory applicability.
2. Document Preparation: Business license, ISO 9001, technical passport, design drawings, strength calculation sheet, welding procedure qualification, Russian test report, etc.
3. Sample Testing: Send samples to a Russian-accredited laboratory for full-item testing.
4. Factory Audit: On-site audit by Russian experts is required under the CoC model.
5. Certificate Issuance: Register and file in the FGIS system, generating a unique number + QR code.

6. Labeling and Customs Clearance: Export after affixing the EAC mark and QR code.

Conclusion: 

EAC certification is the mandatory market passport for seamless steel pipes entering the EAEU. With the new 2026 regulations, the requirements for local testing, certification, and QR traceability are set to become even more stringent.

Actionable Advice: Before starting any export procedures, we strongly recommend that you:

1. Confirm the specific product parameters and certification requirements with your importer.
2. Engage a certification body accredited by the EAEU early in the process to ensure a smooth and compliant customs clearance.

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