Furniture safety EAC certification is a mandatory requirement for exporting furniture products to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan). The process ensures compliance with unified technical regulations, primarily TR CU 025/2012 "On Furniture Product Safety". Below is a detailed breakdown:
🔍 1. Applicable Regulation & Scope
Core Regulation: TR CU 025/2012 covers safety requirements for all furniture types (residential, office, children's, etc.).
Scope Includes:
Structural stability and mechanical safety (e.g., load-bearing capacity, tipping resistance).
Chemical safety (formaldehyde emissions, heavy metals in materials).
Fire safety (ignition resistance, smoke toxicity).
Labeling and user manual requirements (must be in Russian/Eurasian languages).
📝 2. Certification Types
Furniture typically requires one of two EAC certificates:
Type    EAC CoC (Certificate)    EAC DoC (Declaration)
Applicability    High-risk products (e.g., children's furniture)    Low-risk products (e.g., office furniture)
Issuing Authority    EAEU-authorized certification body    Manufacturer/importer (self-declaration)
Testing Requirements    Mandatory lab tests + possible factory audit    Technical file review ± sample testing
Validity    Up to 5 years (annual audits for multi-year certs)    1–5 years
Cost Range    15,000–30,000 RMB (5-year)    4,500–8,000 RMB
💡 Note: Children's furniture (e.g., cribs, high chairs) always requires CoC due to stricter safety controls.

⚙️ 3. Key Safety Tests & Documentation
Under TR CU 025/2012, furniture must undergo:

Mechanical Tests: Stability, strength, durability (e.g., chair leg stress tests).
Chemical Analysis: Formaldehyde (≤0.124 mg/m³ for wood), lead/cadmium limits in surface coatings.
Labeling Compliance:
EAC mark (min. 5 mm) on product/packaging.
Russian-language labels with manufacturer details, safety warnings (e.g., "Keep away from fire").
Required Documents:
Technical specifications (designs, material lists).
Test reports from EAEU-accredited labs (e.g., on flammability).
ISO 9001 certificate (recommended for CoC).
📅 4. Application Process
1.Determine Certification Type: Confirm if CoC or DoC applies based on furniture category.
2.Lab Testing: Submit samples to EAEU-recognized labs (e.g., in Russia/Kazakhstan).
3.File Submission:
CoC: Apply via certification body with test reports + factory audit (if required).
DoC: Register declaration in EAEU database with technical files.
4.Certification Issuance:
CoC: 1–2 months (Russia/Kazakhstan bodies); 2–3 weeks (Kyrgyzstan bodies).
DoC: 7–10 days.
⚠️ 5. Special Cases & Costs
Children's Furniture: Requires CoC with additional tests (structural gaps, sharp edges, phthalate limits).
Cost Factors:
Product complexity (e.g., upholstered sofas cost more than metal shelves).
Validity period: 5-year CoC ≈ 15,000–30,000 RMB; single-batch DoC ≈ 2,000–4,000 RMB.
Local Representative: Non-EAEU manufacturers must appoint an in-country legal agent.
🌐 6. EAEU vs. National Certifications
In Kazakhstan, EAC replaces GOST-K for furniture under TR CU 025/2012.
Non-EAC products (e.g., custom-made furniture) may still require national approvals like GOST-UZ in Uzbekistan.
📌 Key Recommendations
Pre-certification: Verify lab accreditation status via EAEU portals.
Post-Certification: Monitor annual audits (for multi-year CoC) and market surveillance checks.
Updates: Track amendments to TR CU 025/2012 (e.g., 2024 added stricter flame retardant rules).
For detailed technical guidelines, refer to the EAEU Technical Regulation Database or consult authorized bodies like Shanghai Jinghe Industrial Equipment Testing Co.Ltd