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546-FZ: What to Check in Online Store Product Cards

I analyzed what 546-FZ changed for online stores: which products need links to certificates and declarations, why a PDF alone is insufficient, and what to check in product cards.

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I analyzed what 546-FZ requires and how to place links to certificates in product cards.
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A product card contains photos, specifications, and a PDF of the certificate. It seems all necessary information is present. However, one more detail must be checked: can the buyer open the record for this document in the registry?

I analyzed what changed with the introduction of 546-FZ and what online store owners should pay attention to.

Starting September 1, 2026, when selling goods subject to mandatory conformity confirmation via distance sales, a link to the registry record for the certificate or declaration must be placed in the description. This requirement also applies to the sellers' own online stores.

Why a PDF Is Not Enough

A scan allows you to read the document, but you cannot determine its current status from it. A link to the registry helps verify the information and confirm that the record pertains to the selected product.

You can keep the PDF for convenience, but add a clear link nearby: "Check the certificate in the registry" or "View the declaration". It is important that a specific record opens. A link to the registry's main page, where the buyer would have to search for the document themselves, does not replace this.

Does every product need a certificate?

No, the law does not mandate certification for the entire assortment. Requirements depend on the product: some items require a certificate, others a declaration, and some products do not require mandatory conformity confirmation.

This must be determined based on applicable technical regulations and lists. If a supplier has not provided a document, you cannot simply mark it as "certification not required". First, you must find out which requirements apply to the specific product.

I would start by checking supplier documents: compare models, manufacturers, and details in the appendices with the store's assortment. The same brand does not mean the certificate applies to all its products.

How to place links in the card

I find it convenient to have a separate "Certificates and Declarations" block: document name, number, and a link to the registry record. If needed, you can keep a file available for download nearby.

For a store built on 1C-Bitrix, first check the capabilities of the installed template. Perhaps the link can already be displayed via a product property or description without significant customization.

If the catalog is large, I would set up a shared document repository linked to the relevant items. This way, when a link changes, there is no need to manually edit dozens of cards.

What to check after configuration

I would browse the site as a regular shopper and pay attention to several things:

  • Whether a specific registry entry opens correctly.

  • Whether the document matches the selected model.

  • Whether links are visible on mobile devices and without logging into an account.

  • Whether a different document appears when switching configurations.

  • Whether information is preserved after updating the catalog and syncing with 1C.

I would also assign a person responsible for keeping information up to date. New shipments and model replacements are grounds for re-verifying the linked documents.

You can start with a few cards from different categories. If a certificate can only be found via a manager or through independent search in the registry, that is a concrete task for website improvements.

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