Russia Approves Domestic Industrial Product Registry and Digital Passport System
President Vladimir Putin has signed legislation establishing a framework for registering domestic industrial products within Russia. The law, published on the official Legal Information portal, outlines how products will be documented to strengthen national manufacturing sovereignty and streamline oversight. The central idea is to create a reliable, nationally controlled registry that can support procurement, quality assurance, and market monitoring across key sectors.
Under the statute, the government will set the registry rules, while the Ministry of Industry and Trade will oversee ongoing maintenance and governance. This division of responsibilities ensures a centralized system that remains responsive to policy priorities and industry needs, with the ministry acting as the steward of data and compliance measures.
A digital passport system for industrial products is also introduced. This digitalization step is designed to store essential product information, including specifications, production history, and compliance records. The digital passport aims to improve traceability, reduce counterfeit risks, and facilitate faster regulatory checks for both domestic buyers and potential international buyers evaluating the Russian market.
Additionally, the law creates a mechanism to stimulate demand for domestically produced industrial goods. The government intends to use the Industrial Information System (GISP) logo as a branding and information dissemination tool to promote Russian products in the market. By signaling authenticity and origin, the logo can help buyers—including those in Canada and the United States—identify compliant, domestically produced options, potentially supporting export readiness and supplier diversification.
The legislation includes a clear implementation timeline, with the law set to take effect on July 1 of the following year. That date marks the moment when regulatory, digital, and branding measures must be fully integrated into procurement processes, corporate reporting, and product life-cycle management across industries covered by the registry.
Commenting on the development, Denis Manturov, who previously headed the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Russian Federation, stated that the national automotive sector is gaining a second chance and is positioned to capitalize on the new framework. Manturov’s remarks underscore a broader policy aim: to reenergize key manufacturing segments by offering clear regulatory certainty, improved product data integrity, and a credible mechanism for showcasing domestic capability. This stance resonates with observers who see the registry as a stabilizing factor for long-term industrial investment within Russia and as a signal to international buyers about product provenance and quality controls.
In related financial news, the Central Bank of the Russian Federation previously adjusted its policy stance, signaling a tightening cycle with a key rate increase to a higher level. While monetary policy shifts operate separately from the product registry, they can influence capital allocation for manufacturers seeking to modernize facilities, upgrade conformity testing, and scale domestic production to meet the new regulatory requirements. Market participants often weigh these macroeconomic moves alongside regulatory reforms when planning capacity, supply chains, and risk management strategies. (Source: Official policy updates and economic briefings)”
Overall, the law positions Russia to bolster its domestic industrial base by ensuring clearer product documentation, traceability, and a branded commitment to quality. For companies in North America and beyond that are evaluating supply options, the registry’s evolution could affect procurement decisions, supplier verification, and the due diligence process when engaging with Russian manufacturers. The combined effect of digital passports, governance by a centralized ministry, and a unified branding program may also influence international interest in Russian industrial products as global buyers seek reliable, verifiable sources. (Source: Official portal Legal information of the Russian Federation)