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cover item thumbnail 39 Products Recalled in Korea, Fire and Safety Risks Identified As winter approaches, demand for certain products like electric pads and oil heaters surges. In response, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) conducted safety inspections on 1,019 products, spanning 68 categories of electrical appliances, household items, and children's products. Among these, 39 items failed to meet safety standards and have been recalled to protect consumers. ..
cover item thumbnail KC EMC Certification: Your Gateway to the Korean Market Are you planning to launch your electronic or electrical products in South Korea? If so, obtaining KC EMC certification is a critical step to ensure compliance with Korea's strict electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards. At GCA KOREA, we’ve designed a seamless certification process to help your product meet all regulatory requirements with ease.What is KC EMC Certification?KC EMC certifica..
cover item thumbnail What Certifications Are Needed to Sell Electric Food Steamers in Korea? If you're planning to sell electric food steamers in Korea, obtaining the proper certifications is essential to meet safety and compliance standards. Required Certifications for Electric Food SteamersTo market electric food steamers in Korea, you must acquire the following KC certifications:KC Safety CertificationKC Conformity Registration (EMC)Additional Testing for Wireless FeaturesIf the elec..
cover item thumbnail Korea MFDS Revises Medical Device Standards to Align with International Norms The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has updated its Medical Device Standards as of December 6, aiming to enhance the safety and quality of domestic medical devices while aligning them with international standards like IEC and ISO. ✅ Key UpdatesThe revisions focus on improving testing criteria and methods for five key items, including dental materials with high export potential:Non-absorb..
cover item thumbnail Updated Safety Standards for Household Goods in Korea Updated Safety Standards for Household Goods in KoreaThe Korean government has announced an amendment to the Safety Standards for Compliance Household Goods to align safety management with the risk levels of various household products. These changes include reclassifying certain items and introducing new standards to ensure enhanced safety.Key Updates:Motorized BoardThe "motorized board" will be..
cover item thumbnail Overseas Direct-Purchase Products Lacking KC Certification Fail Safety Standards The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) conducted a safety inspection of 258 overseas direct-purchase products, including electrical appliances, household goods, and children's products, expected to see increased sales during the winter. The results revealed that 45 products (17%) were non-compliant with domestic safety standards—much higher than the domestic product average of 5.8..
cover item thumbnail Announcement of Korea's National Standard for AI Management Systems Announcement of Korea's National Standard for AI Management SystemsKorea is set to establish a National Standard (KS) for AI Management Systems to support companies developing and utilizing AI (Artificial Intelligence) products and services. This initiative aims to foster responsible AI development and facilitate compliance with international standards, ensuring companies remain competitive glob..
cover item thumbnail Korea's Notice of Amendment to Safety Confirmation Standards for Infant High Chairs The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy has announced a proposed amendment to enhance the safety standards for infant high chairs. This amendment aims to improve testing methods and update related standards to ensure greater safety for infants.1. Purpose of the AmendmentThe proposed amendment seeks to enhance the content of the lateral stability safety test method specified in Part 1 (High C..
cover item thumbnail Administrative Notice of Partial Amendment to the Technical Standards for Aeronautical Radio Equipment Korea RRA UpdateThe National Radio Research Agency (RRA) has announced a partial amendment to the technical standards for aeronautical radio equipment on November 25, 2024. The key details are outlined below, and public comments will be accepted until January 24, 2025.Revision of radio quality items to align technical standards for aeronautical radio equipment with international standardsAmendme..
cover item thumbnail South Korea Mandates Fire Extinguishers in All Vehicles with Five or More Seats Starting December 1, 2024, all vehicles with five or more seats must be equipped with a "vehicle-compatible" fire extinguisher. This regulation follows the amendment to the Fire Facilities Installation and Management Act, which expands the requirement for installing fire extinguishers in vehicles. Applicable Vehicles • Vehicles manufactured, imported, or sold after December 1 • Vehicles newly re..