Capitalise on the market opportunities in South Korea
Capitalise on the market opportunities in South Korea
Product safety requirements and regulations are put in place to reduce risks of injury, ensure safety during use and improve quality of life. Most products entering the Korean market must meet the relevant requirements of the authorities depending on the product scope.
Regulations and compliance requirements can however pose challenges to companies who are looking to explore new markets in Korea. You can ensure that your products successfully meet the Korean standards by working with a market leader, TÜV SÜD.
TÜV SÜD fully understands the local requirements and procedures applicable in Korea. You can rely on our expertise and knowledge to help you access key markets efficiently while at the same time, be assured of our objectivity, integrity and professionalism.
Type C
Type F
Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS)
All products subject to legally compulsory certification are required to affix the KC Mark.
Products are categorised into 2 groups:
EMC:
EMC compliance is required for the above, where applicable.
Certification procedure for Type 1 products:
Only electrical apparatus using AC 50V up to 1000V are subject to KC Mark certification. Product categories (may consist both Type 1 & 2) requiring KC Mark include:
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Korean requirements and obtaining the necessary approval. TÜV SÜD is a MOU partner of the Korea Testing Laboratory (KTL). Test reports issued by TÜV SÜD are thus acceptable to KTL for issuance of the KC Mark.
Korea Energy Management Corporation (KEMCO)
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Korean requirements and obtaining the necessary approval. TÜV SÜD can also support manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
Ministry of Environment (MOE)
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Korean requirements and obtaining the necessary approval. TÜV SÜD can also support manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
National Radio Research Agency (RRA)
KC Mark procedure:
To determine if a particular product is subject to the above regulations, please contact us.
TÜV SÜD has the experience and capability to support manufacturers in attaining compliance with Korean requirements and obtaining the necessary approval.
TÜV SÜD has the expertise and laboratory infrastructure to support manufacturers in obtaining the necessary approvals and compliance in accordance to the South Korean standards and requirements. TÜV SÜD test reports are accepted for safety approval and recognised by relevant authorities internationally. TÜV SÜD also supports manufacturers in obtaining voluntary endorsement labels.
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