Marking of clothing

ATC&L manufacturers and sellers can order a turnkey clothing labeling service. We work without intermediaries, comprehensively. We order the marking codes in the "Private Sign", register the company in GS1 RUS, apply the Data Matrix marking codes, fill out the customs declaration, coordinate the implementation of the codes. We provide services for the packaging of goods in stock.

What is the labeling of clothing, textiles for when importing

When finished products are imported into Russia, according to the law they are labeled to control turnover and protect consumers from counterfeit. At the same time, Data Matrix codes are used, which are sent to the information system "An Honest Sign". In accordance with the codes, the system records information about the product, such as:

product name;

manufacturer country;

information about the manufacturer, including its address;

brand name;

information about the importer;

characteristics of clothing, etc.

 

Mandatory labeling of clothing imported and manufactured in Russia was created to protect consumers from dangerous and counterfeit products. Clothing marking functions:

• Information. Implements access to information about the manufacturer, importer, and product.
• Identifying. It helps to determine whether textiles meet quality requirements and standards.
• Motivational. Increasing the level of customer confidence in the manufacturer and seller, as a result, sales growth.

Is clothing and textiles subject to labeling?

The goods subject to labeling include textiles and clothing. They began to be labeled from January 1, 2021. But the labeling rules do not yet apply to all products. So far, hosiery, underwear, men's shirts, second-hand items, blankets and pillows are not marked. Labeling of clothing and textiles of all types is planned to be introduced step by step by 2024. It is aimed at reducing the number of counterfeit items.

Clothing and textiles subject to labeling

Government Decree No. 792-r of 28.04.2018 of the Russian Federation provides a list of goods that manufacturers and sellers need to label:

Digital marking code for clothing and textiles

Each marking code has a two-dimensional encoding for encrypting a large amount of information.

The Data Matrix code for clothing and textiles includes the following data:

• Product code — 14 numeric characters;
• Individual serial number of a unit of goods generated by the system operator or a participant in the turnover of goods, 13 characters;
• The verification key provided by the "Honest sign", — 4 characters;
• The verification code provided by the "Honest Sign", — 44 characters.

Who performs the labeling of goods when imported into Russia

Only a person registered in the territory of the Russian Federation can label products. That is, a buyer, importer or manufacturer with a branch in Russia. Moreover, it is necessary to physically mark the goods before they cross the border. In most cases, the buyer labels the clothes. So that he does not have to travel outside the country to apply codes to clothes, he can order a turnkey clothing labeling service from a logistics company, including ATC C&L.

How to label imported goods

It is necessary to label the products before they cross the border, or at the customs warehouse.

Procedure for actions if the products are marked for the first time:

• Step 1. Order the date matrix in an "Honest Sign".
  Register with the "Honest Sign" and request the release of clothing labeling codes. Specify for what purpose – for the import of products. It is possible to register in the IC CHZ only with the CAP.
• Step 2. Register in GS1 RUS.
  Codes are ordered with a GTIN received by the importer (a legal entity or sole proprietor registered in Russia) in GS1 RUS.

  For the purpose of registration, the Russian importing company, which is listed in the CZ, poisons GTIN in GS1 RUS and describes clothes. GTIN a day after being sent to GS1 RUS enters the CHZ and becomes available to the importer as the basis for ordering the date matrix.

• Step 3. Apply marking codes
  The manufacturer, buyer or importer must apply the marking codes before crossing the border or at the customs warehouse. If you are unable to apply the marking codes yourself, contact a specialized company, for example, ATC C&L.

  The procedure for applying marking codes is controlled by Government Decree No. 1956. Here are the key points:

  • The identification means is applied to textiles, packaging, label or label in a way that does not allow the separation of the identification means.
  • If you sell a set of goods, for example, a suit, then the code must be applied both to the packaging or label of the set and to the packaging of each product inside the set.
  • The code should not be printed on transparent wrapping film or other external wrapping material and overlapped with other information.
  • If you are selling a set that cannot be disbanded, for example, bed linen, putting a code on the packaging is enough.
• Step 4. Fill out the customs declaration
  Customs clearance of clothing is regulated by the Decision of the Customs Union Commission of 20.05.2010 No. 257 "On the form of the declaration for goods and the procedure for filling it out".
• Step 5. Enter codes into circulation
  After the customs procedure for the release of clothing for domestic consumption, it is necessary to enter the codes into circulation before the shipment of the goods. This is a prerequisite in the chain of traceability between the participants of the turnover. Without entering into circulation, textiles are considered counterfeit.

Basic marking errors, penalties

The main mistake is an incorrectly designed label. To be sure that the data is filled in correctly, it is recommended to contact a specialized certification center. Deviations from generally accepted rules are not allowed in this case. The advantages of cooperation with a qualified contractor are speed and quality.

There are the following situations:

• the date of production of the drink is specified, but the date of its bottling is not specified;
• the information about the product is incorrectly or incompletely reflected, for example, the nutritional value of the imported sausage is not indicated;
• there is no data about the manufacturer, and this is a gross mistake;
• there is no data on the shelf life and at what temperature conditions to store products, which is especially important for food products, medicines and cosmetics;
• the marking was carried out without complying with the requirements of international regulations.

Manufacturers and sellers, selling unmarked goods, violate Part 2 of Article 15.12 of the Administrative Code of the Russian Federation and must pay fines:

• Fine for legal entities from 50,000 to 100,000 ₽ with confiscation of products.
• Fine to officials from 5,000 to 10,000 rubles with confiscation of products.

For sale, storage and transportation without transferring information to the "Honest SIGN".

• Legal entities from 50,000 to 300,000 ₽
• Officials from 5000 to 10,000 ₽
• Individuals from 2000 to 4000 ₽

Clothing labeling with ATC C&L

Our company has already been a participant in the labeling experiment as an importer since 2018. At the moment we have debugged all the processes and can offer:

• Assistance and advice on the stages of registration. Providing the most detailed information received from the CRPT and an honest SIGN.
• Carrying out all stages of labeling of goods "turnkey".

The range of clothing labeling services includes:

• assistance in registering with the IP "Honest sign" — information and technical support;
• description of clothing and definition of HS code;
• printing, labeling on products — we use paints resistant to fading and abrasion;
• submission of declarations IM70 and IM40.

We paste labels in our own warehouse in China, Turkey, Vilnius, etc. We provide additional services: we take the cargo from the manufacturer's warehouse to our own warehouse. We perform warehouse storage. We ship the marked cargo from our warehouse to Russia.

We work only directly, without intermediaries—we deliver goods ourselves, we are a customs broker ourselves and we issue customs documentation ourselves. We optimize customs control.

To discuss clothing labeling issues with a specialist, contact ATC C&L via the contacts on the website.