New Identification Marks Requirements For Particular Consumer Goods In Russia

Starting from 2019, certain consumer goods sold in Russia must be marked with special identification marks containing individual information about the goods. The government has adopted the model rules for the marking system (Governmental Order No. 791-r dated 28 April 2018 entering into force immediately) and intends to adopt detailed rules in the very near future.

The Governmental Order No. 792-r dated 28 April 2018 entering into force from 1 January 2019 defines a list of goods which will be subject to this special marking:

• From 1 March 2019: tobacco products,
• From 1 July 2019: shoes,
• From 1 December 2019: perfume, tyres, leather clothing, shirts and blouses for women and girls, coats and outdoor jackets, bed linen and tablecloths, cameras (except video cameras) and camera flashes.