If you plan to bring clothing to the market in Russia or the EAEU countries, laboratory testing is a mandatory step toward certification. These tests confirm product safety, compliance with technical regulations, and enable legal retail and online sales.
But here's a key point: testing begins long before entering the laboratory — it starts with how you prepare your products. Incorrect samples, labeling errors, or inaccurate fabric composition can lead to certification refusal, extra costs, and delivery delays. Below is a detailed checklist prepared by WorldWideBridge experts to help you navigate this process confidently and efficiently.
Samples for Testing: What Exactly Needs to Be Provided
The lab assesses not the product description, but actual clothing samples. These samples form the basis for the test protocol results. Therefore:- Prepare 1–2 units of each model (e.g., T-shirts, dresses, trousers).
- Samples must be fully finished and ready for sale: with seams, fittings, labels, and trims.
- Use items that have not been worn, washed, and are taken directly from production or finished batches.
Fabric Composition: Facts Must Match the Declaration
Labs often find discrepancies between the declared and actual fabric composition — a common reason for certification failures. To avoid this:- Verify the exact fiber content percentage (e.g., 95% cotton, 5% elastane).
- Specify raw material names according to GOST — essential for proper documentation.
- Consider not only the main fabric, but also lining, trims, threads, and fittings.
Product Labeling: Frequently Overlooked Requirements
Labeling is your “business card” for both the lab and consumers. Violations here can lead to outright rejection. Each item must have:- Product name (e.g., “Women’s summer trousers”);
- Exact material composition;
- Size labeling;
- Care symbols and text;
- Country of origin;
- Manufacturer or importer name;
- EAC mark — if subject to TR CU regulations.
Documentation and Packaging: Often Underrated, But Critical
Many assume only the samples and fabric matter, but labs also inspect packaging and documents — especially for imported goods. Ensure you have:- Packaging that is safe, sealed, and free from toxic substances;
- Product passport or user manual (if required by regulation);
- Contract with the manufacturer, shipping documents, invoice, delivery notes — especially for international imports.
Get Support and Complete Testing Without Mistakes
Certification is not just bureaucracy. It’s a precise process where every detail matters. That’s why WorldWideBridge offers expert support:- Selection of the appropriate certification type (TR CU, GOST, Declaration);
- Fabric and labeling check before lab submission;
- Testing only in accredited laboratories;
- Full support through to certificate issuance and registry entry.
Submit a request — get a free consultation from WorldWideBridge specialists today. We'll tell you exactly which documents you need and how to avoid common certification mistakes.
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