Russian Hazardous Equipment PermitRussian Certification

With the widespread application of CU-TR Customs Union Technical Regulations, more products fall into the CU-TR scope. Since January 1, 2014, Rostekhnadzor has stopped issuing RTN certificates. For hazardous equipment, only exemption letters and expert safety assessment reports are required.

The Russian RTN permit (Rostekhnadzor License) is a mandatory safety certificate for equipment used in hazardous industrial environments, granting operational qualification for technical facilities in high-risk sites.

Issued jointly by Gostekhnadzor and Gosstandart, the RTN certificate complies with regulations on hazardous industrial equipment. It is required for facilities with industrial disaster risks, flammable/explosive hazards, or potential threats to public and ecological safety.

The RTN permit can be applied for by manufacturers, end-users or distributors.

Valid for 5 years for use across Russia.

Equipment Requiring RTN Hazardous Equipment Permit

1. Lifting equipment: cranes, elevators, hoists, construction lifts and disability access lifting devices;

2. Mining & processing equipment: ventilation, dust suppression, shaft lifting, drilling and mine transportation facilities;

3. Gas supply systems and plastic pipeline welding equipment;

4. Pressure equipment above 0.07 MPa, high-temperature boilers over 115℃, heat exchangers and high-pressure facilities above 4 MPa;

5. Zone 1 & 2 explosion-proof electrical equipment and mining electrical devices;

6. Equipment for welding, NDT, surfacing, heat treatment in industrial production and maintenance;

7. Pumps, vacuum pumps, oil pumps and gas compressors.

Tip：

GOST certification is a prerequisite for RTN approval, and the two can be processed simultaneously. The procedure includes product testing and expert verification of technical parameters.

Required Documents for RTN Application

1. Application form;

2. Power of attorney;

3. Business license;

4. Tax registration certificate;

5. Product manuals and technical data;

6. ISO 9001 certificate;

7. CE and other relevant certificates;

8. Test reports;

9. Additional supporting documents.

RTN Application Procedures

1. Complete and submit the application form;

2. Expert assessment and customized certification plan;

3. Prepare documents under professional guidance;

4. Conduct sample testing if required;

5. Compile technical passports, operation manuals and expert reports;

6. Official review and draft certificate issuance;

7. Issue official electronic and original certificates.