Rosstandart has adopted a new GOST for ballpoint pens, which will enter into force in September 2026.
For the first time, this standard establishes requirements for materials and structures, introduces product classification, and describes test methods, labeling, and packaging rules.
According to the new regulations, writing accessories must be made from corrosion-resistant metals with protective and decorative coatings. All materials used in construction must be safe for human health and must not collapse when falling onto a wooden surface from a height of 1 m.
Additionally, pens must leave a mark on paper upon first contact without pressure — even if left uncapped for three hours. Pens with a rod diameter exceeding 3 mm must produce a continuous line without blotches of at least 400 m, and thin samples must achieve a length of at least 200 m.
