1. KC certification
KC certification is a safety certification required for many products being sold in South Korea. It ensures that products meet certain safety and quality standards set by the Korean government.
2. KC Mark
3. More about KC certification
The Korea Electrical Appliance Safety Control Act stipulates that since January 1, 2009, safety certification for electrical products are divided into two types: mandatory certification and voluntary certification:
- Mandatory certification: all electronic products falls under the KC Mark Certification Products List must obtain KC Mark before they can be sold in the Korean market. Factory inspection and product sampling test every two years is required for this type of certification.
- Voluntary certification: all electronic products falls under the Voluntary Certified Products List only need to be tested and obtain the certificate. Factory inspection is not required for this type of certification. The voluntary certificate is valid for 5 years.
Not sure which type of certification is required for your products? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
Testing items varies depending on the products. For safety testing items on specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical testing items for KC certification:
- Temperature rise test;
- Insulation resistance (IR) test;
- Touch current test;
- Ddielectric withstand test;
- Glow-wire test;
- Needle flame test;
- Humidity test;
- …
Below is a list of safety testing standards we’re capable of. And our team is always available for any general inquiries, or technical discussions regarding the following safety testing standards. Not sure what standard or standards apply to your product? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
Power Supplies:
- For Information Technology Products: KC 62368-1;
- For Audiovisual (AV) Products: KC 62368-1;
- For Lighting Products: KC 61347-1; KC 61347-2-13;
- For Household Appliances: KC 60335-1; KC 60335-2-29;
- For Industrial Power Supplies (Transformers): KC 61558-1; KC 61558-2-16 (for AC-AC power supplies).
Terminal Products:
- Information Technology Equipment (ITE): KC 62368-1;
- Audiovisual (AV) Products: KC 62368-1;
- Lighting Products: KC 60598-1; KC 60598-2-XX;
- Household Appliances: KC 60335-1; KC 60335-2-XX;
- Industrial Power Supplies (Transformers): KC 61558-1; KC 61558-2-XX;
- Medical Equipment: KC 60601-1;
- Electric Tools: KC 60745-1; KC 60745-2-XX.
Batteries & Personal Mobility Devices: KC 62133-2.
GTG Group assists clients through every step of the testing process. Fill out our short form and start taking advantages of our deep industry expertise and extensive technical knowledge to help expedite the process today!
Required documentation varies depending on the products. For detailed required documentation on specific product, please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist you further. Below are some of typical required documentation for power supplies:
- Application form;
- Label;
- User manual in korean;
- Parts list;
- Derivative model list and comparison table;
- Circuit diagram and PCB layout;
- Parts certificate;
- Transformer and inductor specification;
- CB certificate and test report (if any);
- Material list of plug pins for direct plug DC power supply;
- …
Below are the general application steps for achieving KC certificate. Have questions or not sure where to start? Please fill out our short form, our expert will be glad to assist further.
- Provide company information and product technical documentation for reviewing;
- Send the test sample(s) to our laboratory for pre-testing;
- Send the test sample(s) to testing agencies for final testing;
- Factory audit (mandatory certification requires factory inspection);
- Issue test report and KC certificate after approval.
KC certification (mandatory) is valid for 2 years from the date of annual inspection while self-discipline certification (voluntary) is subject to valid.
- Applicant, product and model name should keep the same when using CB test report and certificate. The test standard applied should also corresponds to the KC standard and must be valid within 3 years;
- South Korea’s voltage and frequency: single-phase 110V, 220V~, 3-phase 220V, 380V, 60Hz or 50/60Hz. (Not applicable for 230V 50Hz or 220V 50Hz);
- The plug and power cord used for the product should comply with Korea regulations.
4. Factory inspection
KC mandatory certification requires annual factory inspections and product sampling tests. South Korea's safety act requires an initial factory inspection after the application is accepted. Once the certificate is issued, the certification body will conduct an annual follow-up inspection of the factory every two years to check the consistency of the factory's quality control system and whether it can continue to meet the standards of the safety act.
Self-discipline (voluntary) certification does not require factory inspection.
5. Price and lead time
You will never pay for services that you don’t need! GTG Group provides a customized quote which are tailored to each client's needs and budget. Furthermore, you will receive the KC certification within 4 to 6 weeks according to our past successful records, much shorter than the average industry time.
However, the cost and the lead time of testing and certification varies depending on the product complexity and the testing requirements. GTG Group provides free consultation to assess your needs and provide advice on how to get started with compliance. Contact us today by filling out our short form!
6. Why choose us?
Founded in 2012, GTG Group is an independent ISO/IEC 17025 accredited product testing and certification services provider in China, providing comprehensive testing and regulatory certifications obtaining services forfor a wide range of products. Our goal is to certify your products and ensure their compliance with regulatory standards in order to help you access worldwide markets.
