Contact Platform Support
Help CenterSouth Korea KC Certification/KC EMC Certification Requirements
Related Products
South Korea KC Certification/KC EMC Certification Requirements
I. Scope of KC Certification
1. Product Categories Subject to Mandatory KC Certification
Certification Type | Applicable Product | Regulatory Basis
KC EMC Certification | Information Technology Equipment (ITE), Home Appliances, Lighting, Industrial Equipment, etc. | Radio Wave Act
KC Safety Certification | Home Appliances, Power Adapters, Lithium Batteries, Wires and Cables, Power Tools, etc. | Electrical Appliance Safety Management Act
KC Energy Efficiency Certification | Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, Washing Machines, LED Lighting, etc. | Energy Utilization Rationalization Act
Note: Some products require both KC EMC and KC Safety certifications (e.g., power adapters).
II. KC EMC Certification Requirements
1. Applicable Standards
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference):
KN 32 (ITE class, corresponding to CISPR 32)
KN 35 (Household appliances, corresponding to CISPR 14-1)
EMS (Electromagnetic Immunity):
KN 61000-4-X series (e.g., electrostatic discharge, surge, fast transients, etc.)
2. Test Items
Test Type | Test Standard | Applicable Products
Conducted Interference | KN 32 / KN 35 | Power adapters, household appliances, IT equipment
Radiated Interference | KN 32 / KN 35 | Wireless devices, LED drivers
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) | KN 61000-4-2 | All electronic equipment
Surge Immunity | KN 61000-4-5 | Power supply products (e.g., chargers)
Note:
Wireless products (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth devices) require additional KCC certification (Korea Radio Certification). Starting in 2024, some product EMC testing standards have been updated (e.g., KN 32:2024 replaces the old version).
III. KC Safety Certification Requirements
1. Applicable Standards
Household Appliances:
K 60335-1 (General Safety Requirements)
K 60335-2-XX (Specific Product Standards, such as rice cookers, vacuum cleaners, etc.)
Power Supplies:
K 61558 (Transformers, Power Adapters)
Lithium Batteries:
K 62133 (Rechargeable Lithium-ion Batteries)
2. Key Test Items
Test Item | Applicable Standard | Example Product | Withstand Voltage Test | K 60335-1 | Household Appliances, Power Adapters | Temperature Rise Test | K 60335-1 | Motor Products (e.g., fans, vacuum cleaners) | Mechanical Strength Test | K 60335-1 | Casing, Plug, Socket | Battery Safety Test | K 62133 | Lithium Batteries, Power Banks
Note:
Some products must comply with Korean local plug standards (e.g., KS C 8305).
New safety requirements for energy storage batteries will be added in 2024 (e.g., ESS systems require additional testing).
IV. KC Certification Application Process
1. Certification Steps
**Stage Key Requirements:** Product Category Confirmation Applicable KC Certification Type (EMC, Safety, Energy Efficiency) Tests Conducted at KATS Accredited Laboratories (e.g., KTL, KTR) Document Preparation Submission of Technical Documents (Circuit Diagram, BOM, Korean Instruction Manual, Test Report) Certification Application Approval Submitted to Korean Certification Bodies (e.g., KTC, KTL) Obtaining KC Certificate Factory Inspection For some high-risk products (e.g., lithium batteries): Initial Factory Audit + Annual Surveillance Mark Affixing After approval, KC Mark + Certification Number (must include Korean distributor information) will be affixed.
2. Certification Cycle
**Certification Type Cycle Remarks:** KC EMC Certification 2-4 weeks Testing + Document Review Only KC Safety Certification 4-8 weeks Including Testing + Factory Inspection (if applicable) KC Energy Efficiency Certification 3-6 weeks Energy Efficiency Testing Required (e.g., MEPS Rating Assessment)
V. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Does KC accept CB report conversions?
Partial acceptance is acceptable, but supplementary testing for Korean differences is required (e.g., Korean labeling, local plug requirements).
2. How do Chinese factories apply for KC certification?
Applications must be submitted through a local Korean agent or a KC-approved organization (such as CQC Korea).
3. How long is the validity period of KC certification?
There is no fixed validity period, but recertification is required when standards are updated or products are changed.
4. Is the KC mark mandatory?
Yes, the KC mark + certification number (minimum height 5mm) must be clearly marked on the product or packaging.
Send Inquiry to This Supplier
You May Also Like
-
Common Test Items for US ETL CertificationUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece -
FDA Certification/FDA RegistrationUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
South African NRCS Certification Application Process and Product RequirementsUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
Australian RCM Certification Standards and Requirements for Lighting FixturesUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
The Number of Substances Controlled Under EU REACH Has Increased to 251US$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
Charging Pile CE Certification StandardsUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
Detailed Introduction to CCC Certification for Multimedia Terminal ProductsUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
UL 1642 Test ReportUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
Analysis of CE Certification Standards for Charging StationsUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
-
What is EU ENEC Certification? A Guide to European Universal Certification for Lighting Equipment and ComponentsUS$ 100MOQ: 1 Piece
