GOST 28631-2005 PDF

Full title and description

GOST 28631-2005 — Bags, cases, brief-cases, satchels, paper-cases, small leather goods. General specifications. Establishes general technical conditions, classification and basic requirements for manufacturing, inspection, marking, packing, transportation and storage of leather and leather‑like haberdashery items (bags, suitcases, briefcases, school satchels, folders and small leather goods).

Abstract

This interstate (GOST) standard sets uniform technical requirements and test/acceptance procedures for a wide range of leather and leather‑like accessories and small luggage items. It defines terms and classification, required information in technical descriptions, dimensional tolerances, material and hardware references, strength and durability checks (for example, handle and strap attachments), marking, packaging and storage rules. The document served as the principal general specification for these product groups prior to later revisions.

General information

• Status: Original (2005) interstate standard; historically active and widely referenced; later editions/revisions exist (see Related standards).
• Publication date: Adopted 2005 (introduced into effect 01 January 2007).
• Publisher: Interstate standard (Межгосударственный стандарт); implemented as national standard by relevant national bodies (published/maintained through national standards registries and Rosstandart frameworks).
• ICS / categories: 59.140.35 (Leather technology — Leather goods / haberdashery).
• Edition / version: GOST 28631-2005 (original 2005 edition). Superseded in some jurisdictions by GOST 28631-2018 (see Related standards).
• Number of pages: 15 pages (common published PDF copies of the 2005 text list 15 pages).

Scope

The standard applies to bags, suitcases, briefcases, school satchels/backpacks, folders and small leather haberdashery articles. It covers product classification, requirements for dimensions and allowable deviations, required content of technical descriptions, materials and hardware references, manufacturing and assembly quality, mechanical strength tests (seams, handle and strap attachments), acceptance rules, marking, packaging, transportation and storage and manufacturer guarantees. It is intended as a general-specification framework; product‑specific technical requirements may be set in complementary standards or technical descriptions.

Key topics and requirements

• Classification of items by type and intended use (bags, suitcases, briefcases, school satchels, folders, small accessories).
• Required content of technical descriptions and model documentation (designation, construction, materials, hardware, dimensions, mass, sketches/photos).
• Dimensional tolerances for different product groups (typical ±5 mm for small leather goods; ±10 mm for larger items unless otherwise specified).
• Materials and fittings — requirement to reference normative documents for leather, textiles, cardboard inserts and metal/plastic fittings.
• Mechanical strength and durability checks (seam strength, stitch integrity, load tests for handle and shoulder‑strap attachments, closure and fastener performance).
• Acceptance, sampling and test methods for production lots; marking, packing, transportation and storage conditions; manufacturer warranty obligations.

Typical use and users

Primary users are manufacturers of leather and leather‑like haberdashery, quality engineers and test laboratories that verify product conformity, procurement and purchasing specialists (public tenders often reference the GOST), and conformity assessment bodies preparing declarations or certificates for light‑industry products. Designers and technical departments use the standard to prepare technical descriptions and production documentation.

Related standards

Preceded by: GOST 28631-90 (earlier edition). Updated/replaced by: GOST 28631-2018 (a later revision that modernizes and expands the scope; adopted in several CIS member states and national registries from 2021 onward). The document also references related normative documents on measurement tools, packaging (e.g., corrugated cardboard boxes) and general product development procedures (for example, ГОСТ 15.007 and ГОСТ 13841).

Keywords

GOST 28631-2005, leather goods, bags, briefcases, satchels, folders, small leather haberdashery, technical specifications, classification, dimensions, strength tests, marking, packaging, acceptance.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: GOST 28631-2005 is an interstate standard that provides general technical specifications for bags, suitcases, brief‑cases, satchels, folders and small leather goods. It sets classification, dimensional and quality requirements plus rules for testing, marking and packaging.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers product scope, terms and definitions, required content of technical descriptions, material and hardware references, allowable dimensional deviations, mechanical strength and durability checks, acceptance and sampling procedures, and rules for marking, packing, transportation and storage.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, QC/test laboratories, procurement officers and conformity assessment bodies in the light/leather‑goods sector; public tenders and purchasing specifications commonly reference the GOST when procuring leather goods.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2005 edition was introduced into effect 01 January 2007. Subsequent revision(s) exist — notably GOST 28631-2018 — which in many jurisdictions has become the active/recommended version; users should check the current national adoption status for their country and whether the 2018 revision has replaced the 2005 text locally.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is part of the interstate GOST set for textile and leather products (ICS 59.140.35) and references other normative documents for measurement, packaging and product development; related GOSTs and product‑specific standards expand or specify detailed test methods and requirements.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Leather goods, bags, briefcases, satchels, folders, small leather haberdashery, technical conditions, classification, dimensions, strength tests, marking, packaging.