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cover item thumbnail MFDS Hosts Forum on AI and Food & Drug Safety Prevention MFDS Hosts Forum on AI and Food & Drug Safety PreventionOn October 2, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) held a forum titled “The Future of Food and Drug Safety with AI,” in collaboration with the National Information Society Agency and the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information. The forum introduced the pilot model of the “I’M-PRO” AI platform, which detects safety issue..
cover item thumbnail Proposed Amendment to the Resource Circulation Act for Electronics The Ministry of Environment (ME) announced a new amendment to the Resource Circulation Act on September 25, expanding recycling obligations to cover all electronic devices, including small products like wireless earphones and portable fans. This change is expected to enable the recycling of 76,000 tons of additional waste annually, generating over 200 billion KRW in benefits. Newly added items i..
cover item thumbnail Hyundai Mobis Achieves First Cybersecurity Certification in Asia Hyundai Mobis has become the first Asian automotive parts supplier to receive the Vehicle Cyber Security (VCS) certification from the European Network Exchange (ENX). This certification, awarded at a ceremony held at the Hyundai Mobis R&D Center in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, confirms the company’s compliance with Europe’s stringent cybersecurity standards. As of July 2024, Europe has mandated VC..
cover item thumbnail High-Efficiency Energy Equipment Certification Update for 2025 Starting January 1, 2025, tubular LED lamps (external converter type) and centrifugal pumps (Water Supply, Double Suction Volute, Ground Motor Separated) will no longer be part of the High-Efficiency Energy Equipment certification list. New certifications and extensions will only be valid until September 30, 2024.This regulation is effective immediately upon announcement. Ensure compliance by re..
cover item thumbnail Fire Safety for Electric Bicycles and Scooters Fire Safety for Electric Bicycles and Scooters As the use of electric bicycles and scooters grows, so do fire risks, mainly due to battery overcharging or damage. According to the National Fire Agency, most fire incidents stem from these issues.To prevent accidents, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS), along with other safety bodies, recommend:Using KC-certified productsCheckin..
cover item thumbnail MFDS Establishes Guidelines for Analyzing Allergenic Substances in Hygiene Products MFDS, Guidelines for Analysis Methods of Hygiene ProductsThe Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) announced on September 25 the establishment of new guidelines for analyzing allergenic substances in hygiene products, including common items like tissues and detergents. These guidelines are a significant step forward in ensuring consumer safety by providing a method to accurately identify 25 al..
cover item thumbnail Korean Autonomous Driving Data Standard Adopted as U.S. Standard Korean Autonomous Driving Data Standard Adopted as U.S. Standard Korea’s autonomous driving traffic signal data standard (TLSM) has been successfully included in the 2024 revised edition of the SAE J2735 standard, the de facto international standard in the autonomous vehicle industry. The updated version was published on September 16th (U.S. time). The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards ..
cover item thumbnail U.S. to Ban the Sale of Vehicles with Chinese or Russian Software Starting in 2027 U.S. to Ban the Sale of Vehicles Equipped with Chinese or Russian Software The U.S. government has announced regulations that will ban the sale of autonomous and connected vehicles using Chinese or Russian software and components starting in 2027. These regulations will apply to key technologies, including Vehicle Connectivity Systems (VCS) and Autonomous Driving Systems (ADS), effectively prohi..
cover item thumbnail Korea-Czech Industry and Energy Tech Forum Held in Prague Korea-Czech Industry and Energy Tech Forum Held in Prague The Czech Republic, known for its global leadership in precision machinery, optics, and nanomaterials, is strengthening its technological ties with Korea. To further enhance this cooperation, the Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy hosted the Korea-Czech Industry and Energy Tech Forum on September 20 in Prague.Key Participants and Out..
cover item thumbnail MFDS Warns: Caution Needed for Overseas Direct Purchase Cosmetics With the rise in overseas direct purchases of cosmetics, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has issued important precautions to help prevent consumer harm. Unlike officially imported products, which undergo strict safety inspections in Korea, cosmetics purchased via overseas direct channels do not go through such processes. It's highly recommended to choose officially imported products ..