Wholesale companies must prepare for the next phase of mandatory product labeling by auditing their internal data flows rather than just registering in the Chestny Znak system. The process involves coordinating suppliers, electronic document management (EDM) systems, accounting software, and warehouse operations.
For specific canned goods, mandatory reporting of turnover data via EDM in an volume-based accounting format begins on October 1, 2026, and runs through September 30, 2027. During this period, Universal Transfer Documents (UTD) must include GTINs and total quantities, while item-level tracking is set to commence on October 1, 2027.
Experts recommend testing the entire supply chain using real-world scenarios before the deadline. This includes verifying how UTD data integrates with ERP systems and how the company handles non-standard situations such as quantity discrepancies, returns, or write-offs to avoid manual data entry errors.
The primary risk for wholesalers is relying on manual reconciliation of product catalogs between suppliers and internal accounting systems. Companies should identify affected SKUs and automate data movement across the chain to ensure that labeling requirements become an integrated part of existing workflows.
