Chestny ZNAK Manufacturer Assessments for Dietary Supplements in Russia: 2026 Rules

New production verification for dietary supplement manufacturers in Russia: who is checked, what is verified, and how to prepare for the assessment.

Starting July 6, 2026, a strict new manufacturer assessment procedure for dietary supplements took effect in Russia, officially introduced by the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 526 dated May 7, 2026.

«Honest Sign» («Chestny Znak») - Russia's national digital product marking and traceability system, is now authorized to actively verify whether companies registered as dietary supplement manufacturers in Russia have actual production capabilities . The operator conducts these assessments either remotely (via a mobile app) or through on-site visits to confirm that production is being carried out at the declared facility and that the submitted digital data aligns with real-world manufacturing capacity.

If the applicable conditions are met and a manufacturer fails to provide evidence confirming their operations, the operator will refuse to issue digital marking codes (Data Matrix codes) for goods declared as "produced in the Russian Federation".

TL;DR: What Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Need to Know

• The Core Rule: «Honest Sign» («Chestny Znak») now actively verifies the physical presence and operational capacity of dietary supplement production facilities in Russia.
• Who Is Assessed: Any participant registered in the system as a "Manufacturer", including companies using their own facilities and businesses operating through third-party manufacturers.
• The Formats: New participants undergo a mandatory remote assessment via an app; existing businesses may be selected for an on-site visit.
• What Is Checked: The operator's representatives verify the actual production address, equipment, active employees directly involved in manufacturing, and finished goods held in storage.
• The Consequence: If production is not confirmed, the operator may refuse to issue marking codes for dietary supplement goods declared as produced in Russia, though companies have 10 working days to request a re-assessment or seek cancellation of the decision.

Which Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Are Subject to Production Assessment in Russia?

Participants registered in «Honest Sign» («Chestny Znak») as «manufacturers» must provide evidence that production is carried out at the declared Russian facility. The assessment procedure applies broadly to:

• Companies that manufacture dietary supplements at their own facilities.
• Sole proprietors (individual business owners) registered as manufacturers.
• Enterprises that produce their goods at a third-party production facility.
• Contract manufacturers specializing in dietary supplements.

The assessment applies to manufacturers placing covered dietary supplements on the Russian market as "produced in the Russian Federation." For a detailed overview of the product categories subject to mandatory digital labeling, see our article, “Which Dietary Supplements Are Subject to Mandatory Digital Labeling in Russia in 2026?”

Does Russian Production Assessment Affect Foreign Supplement Companies?

Yes, the production assessment may affect foreign supplement companies, but usually indirectly. If a foreign company has its dietary supplements manufactured in Russia by a local contract manufacturer - the Russian manufacturer or third-party production facility may be included in the assessment procedure. In this case, the operator may verify whether production is carried out at the declared facility and whether the information about the actual manufacturer is consistent across the relevant documents and information systems.

The manufacturer's legal name and production address should be cross-checked in the State Registration Certificate (SGR), the contract manufacturing agreement, «Honest Sign» («Chestny Znak») records, and documents confirming the right to use the production facility.

Reviewing this information before the assessment can reduce the risk of additional verification, an adverse assessment decision, or delays in the issuance of marking codes.

How Are Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Assessed in Russia?

Dietary supplement manufacturers are assessed in one of two formats: remotely through the «Chestny Znak.Business» mobile app or through an on-site visit to the production facility. Remote assessment generally applies to new participants registered in the marking system as «manufacturers», while existing dietary supplement manufacturers may be selected for an on-site assessment based on the operator's analysis.

Remote and On-Site Assessment of Dietary Supplement Manufacturers

How Does the Remote Assessment of Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Work in Russia?

Once a dietary supplement manufacturer receives a notification of a remote assessment, it has 3 working days to complete the electronic checklist through the «Chestny Znak.Business» application. The manufacturer must also upload supporting documents, photographs, and videos confirming that production is carried out at the declared address.

The submitted materials should confirm the presence of production equipment, employees directly involved in manufacturing, and finished dietary supplements held in storage. The application records the date, time, and geolocation of the photographs and videos, so the materials should be captured at the declared production facility.

If an employee completes the checklist on behalf of the company - he must have a valid machine-readable power of attorney.

When Is an On-Site Assessment of Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Conducted in Russia?

An on-site assessment may be conducted for existing dietary supplement manufacturers selected by the operator based on its analysis of information from the marking system, government information systems, and applicable product authorization documents.

During the visit, the operator's representative checks the declared production address, manufacturing equipment, employees involved in production, finished goods, and supporting documents. The findings are recorded in the assessment checklist and supported by photographs and video evidence collected at the facility.

Expert Insight from LLC UCEC «Quality»: On the day of the site visit, it is critical to provide the assessment team seamless access to the manufacturing zones, equipment, finished goods warehouses, and batch production records. If certain manufacturing steps are outsourced to a different facility, their exact role must be documented.

What Does the Operator Check During a Dietary Supplement Manufacturer Assessment in Russia?

During the assessment, the operator verifies whether dietary supplements are actually manufactured at the declared Russian production site and whether the information submitted to the marking system reflects the company's actual manufacturing arrangements. The manufacturer must confirm the availability of production equipment, employees involved in manufacturing, finished goods, and the documents required for its production model.

The operator also checks whether the participant type and the declared method of placing goods on the market are consistent with the company's actual operations.

The operator verifies the following aspects of the manufacturer's production operations:

• the required notification of commencement of business activities, where applicable;
• the manufacturer's legal name and production address;
• consistency of the manufacturer's details across the commencement notification, regulatory documents, and Chestny ZNAK records;
• production equipment and other equipment used to manufacture dietary supplements at the declared facility;
• employees directly involved in the manufacturing process;
• finished dietary supplements manufactured by the company and held in storage;
• documents confirming in-house or contract manufacturing arrangements.

Expert Insight from LLC UCEC "Quality": Before the assessment, the manufacturer's legal name, production address, and manufacturing arrangements should be cross-checked across the State Registration Certificate (SGR), the contract manufacturing agreement, Honest Sign (Chestny Znak) records, and other supporting documents. Unresolved discrepancies may require additional verification and can affect the assessment result.

Manufacturer Data That Must Match Before a Dietary Supplement Assessment in Russia

What Documents Should Manufacturers Prepare for the Production Assessment in Russia?

Manufacturers should prepare the State Registration Certificate (SGR), the notification of commencement of business activities, documents confirming the production premises, equipment, personnel, production records, and finished goods held in storage. They may also need a machine-readable power of attorney, consent to a site visit and, for contract manufacturing, the manufacturing agreement, documents relating to the third-party facility, and proof of trademark rights where applicable.

Documents and information expressly required for the procedure:

• Machine-Readable Power of Attorney: Required where an authorized employee completes the remote checklist or represents the company during the assessment.
• Notification of commencement of business activities, where required.
• Applicable product authorization documents (such as the SGR).
• Consent to the site visit, including the production address, contact person, and proposed dates.
• Remote checklist and supporting photo/video materials.

Supporting evidence that may be requested or prepared:

• Documents confirming the right to use the premises (deeds, leases).
• Equipment inventories and ownership or lease records.
• Personnel records for employees directly involved in manufacturing.
• Production and batch records.
• Warehouse records for finished goods.
• Contract manufacturing agreements.
• Trademark authorization documents, where applicable.

How Long Does a Dietary Supplement Manufacturer Assessment Take?

There is no single fixed duration for a dietary supplement manufacturer assessment because the timeframe depends on whether it is conducted remotely or through an on-site visit. A remote assessment begins with a 3-working-day period for submitting the checklist, while an on-site assessment may take more than 30 calendar days when the notification, consent, coordination, site visit, decision, and result-notification stages are taken into account.

The main stages and deadlines are:

• Remote Assessment Submission: The checklist must be completed within 3 working days of receiving the notification.
• On-Site Selection: By the 11th day of each month, the operator analyzes the available information and forms a list of manufacturers selected for an on-site assessment.
• Notification: The manufacturer is notified within 2 working days after selection.
• Consent: The manufacturer must provide consent to the site visit within 5 working days.
• Coordination: Within 2 working days after consent is submitted, the manufacturer and the operator coordinate the date of the visit.
• Site Visit: The visit must take place no later than 30 calendar days after consent is received.
• Decision: The operator makes its decision within 5 working days after completing the assessment.
• Result Notification: The manufacturer is informed of the result within 3 working days.

What Can a Manufacturer Do If Production Is Not Confirmed?

A manufacturer may request a re-assessment or seek cancellation of a decision that production is absent. Both actions must be initiated within 10 working days of the decision. This is an internal review process handled by the operator and does not immediately require formal court litigation.

How Should a Dietary Supplement Manufacturer Prepare for the Assessment in Russia?

A dietary supplement manufacturer should verify the accuracy of its Chestny ZNAK data, prepare the required regulatory and production documents, confirm the readiness of the production facility, and appoint an authorized employee to complete the assessment procedure. Companies using contract manufacturing should also check that the actual manufacturer, production address, SGR, manufacturing agreement, and trademark documents contain consistent information.

• Review the required notifications and authorizations: Verify the notification of commencement of business activities, applicable product authorization documents, including the SGR, and the accuracy of the manufacturer's legal name and production address.
• Verify business and product classification data: Check that the company's OKVED activity codes and the applicable OKPD2 product codes correspond to its declared manufacturing operations.
• Prepare the responsible employee: Issue a machine-readable power of attorney where required, appoint a direct contact person, and ensure that the employee understands how to complete and submit the assessment checklist.
• Check technical readiness: Install the Chestny ZNAK.Business application, test the internet connection at the production site, and enable GPS. Photos and videos should be captured through the application at the declared production facility because the system automatically records their date, time, and geolocation.
• Prepare the production site: Arrange access to the manufacturing areas, production equipment, finished-goods warehouse, and supporting production and batch documents.
• Verify contract manufacturing arrangements: Check the actual manufacturer's legal name and production address and confirm that the SGR, contract manufacturing agreement, Chestny ZNAK records, and trademark authorization documents, where applicable, contain consistent information.

Legal Basis for Manufacturer Assessments in Russia

• Russian Government Resolution No. 526 of May 7, 2026.
• Operator-CRPT Manufacturer Assessment Regulations.
• Russian Government Resolution No. 515 of April 26, 2019, establishing the general rules for the marking information system.
• Official Chestny ZNAK guidance on manufacturer assessments.

Professional Support for Dietary Supplement Registration in Russia and the EAEU

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