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cover item thumbnail KATS and Local Governments Launch Joint Crackdown on Illegal and Non-Certified Products Targeted Crackdown on Illegal Product Distribution Begins: Focus on Electric Scooters and Bicycles The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has partnered with 22 local governments to launch a targeted crackdown on the distribution of illegal products, including electric scooters and electric bicycles. This operation, running from September 3 to October 24, aims to enforce safety reg..
cover item thumbnail Korean Government Announces Electric Vehicle Fire Safety Management Measures The Korean government has introduced new measures to improve fire safety for electric vehicles (EVs).1. Strengthening Battery ManagementThe EV battery certification will begin with a pilot project in October, ahead of the original schedule, and require mandatory public disclosure of key battery details.EV inspections will include expanded battery checks, and a battery history management system w..
cover item thumbnail MFDS Revises Medical Device Manufacturing and Quality Management Standards The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has issued an administrative notice on September 5 regarding amendments to the 'Medical Device Manufacturing and Quality Management Standards' aimed at reducing the burden of on-site inspections for medical device manufacturers. The MFDS will collect opinions on these changes until September 26.Key Changes in the Amendment:Simplified Regular Inspection..
cover item thumbnail 2024 Energy Efficiency Target System Seminar Held in Korea The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, together with the Korea Energy Agency, held the 2024 Energy Efficiency Target System Seminar in Busan on September 4.Overview of the KEEP 30 ProgramKEEP 30 is a program where 30 major energy-consuming companies aim to improve their energy efficiency by 1% annually from 2023 to 2027, with government support. The program officially began in 2023 after an..
cover item thumbnail 40 Imported Products Fail to Meet Korean Safety Standards The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS), under the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, recently announced the results of a comprehensive safety investigation on 190 popular products sold on overseas online platforms. The findings revealed that 40 of these products did not comply with Korean safety standards. Why Was This Investigation Conducted? This investigation was initiated..
cover item thumbnail Updates to High-Efficiency Energy Equipment Regulations and Standards in Korea Updates to High-Efficiency Energy Equipment Regulations 1. Extension of Certification ValidityThe validity period for High-Efficiency Energy Equipment Certification and Performance Test Reports has been extended from 3 years to 4 years.2. New Provisions for Excluded ItemsNew supplementary provisions have been established for items excluded from certification due to the planned transfer of the ef..
cover item thumbnail KCs Ex Certification | Compatibility with IECEx and ATEX KCs Ex Certification and Its Compatibility with IECEx and ATEX The IECEx and ATEX international explosion-proof certification systems are globally recognized, and KCs Ex certification is also mutually compatible with these international certifications. Thanks to this compatibility, global companies can easily certify and sell the same product in multiple countries. However, even if a product has..
cover item thumbnail What is e-labeling? Electronic Labeling (e- labeling) allows manufacturers to use electronic means, such as firmware, software, or QR codes, instead of physical markings to display the conformity assessment mark on products. - Display Method: Used for products with built-in displays (e.g., projectors) where the mark can be shown directly on the display.- QR Code Method: Information is embedded in a QR code or linke..
cover item thumbnail KC Certification - Electric Pot KC Mark Korea Certification - Electric Pot • KC Conformity Registration (EMC)ProductElectric PotPowerAC PowerCertification TypeKC Conformity Registration (EMC)Sample1 unitLead Time2 to 3 weeksRequired DocumentUser ManualNote-   • KC Safety CertificationProductElectric PotPowerAC PowerCertification TypeKC Safety CertificationSample1 unitLead Time45 days or less with CBRequired DocumentKorean User..
cover item thumbnail KCs Ex Certification | Essential Explosion-Proof Safety for Industries KCs Ex Certification What is KCs Ex Certification? Essential Safety for Explosion-Proof ProductsKCs Ex Certification is a Korean explosion-proof safety certification system that ensures electrical machines and devices used in industrial environments with explosion hazards meet strict safety standards. This certification is crucial for the safe use of products in explosive environments and helps ..