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Korea Updates EMC Standards for PSD Sensors, Effective July 2026

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On December 31, 2025, the National Radio Research Agency (RRA) issued Notification No. 2025-22 , amending part of the EMC standards as a public safety measure in response to malfunction issues of platform screen door (PSD) sensors caused by broadband 5G mobile communication signals. The amendment aims to ensure the broadband radiation immunity of PSD laser sensors (or LiDAR sensors). This notification will take effect on July 1, 2026. Key Amendment • Addition of immunity criteria for enclosure ports (equipment under test) Test item Test condition Unit Test method Performance criterion Remarks Broadband radiated RF electromagnetic field 3400 ~ 3700 MHz Upon formal establishment of the national standard (KS C IEC 61000-4-41), the relevant standard will be applied. A • This requirement applies only to the laser sensors (or LiDAR sensors) of platform screen doors ...
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Korea Publishes Partial Revision of the e-Standby Program Operational Regulations

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On December 29, 2025, the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (MCEE) issued Announcement No. 2025-220 , proposing a partial amendment to the Operational Regulations of the e-Standby Program. Public opinions will be accepted until January 18, 2026. Key Proposed Revisions Transfer of management scope: Multifunction printers and bidets will be transferred from products subject to the e-Standby program to the minimum energy performance standard (MEPS), as their power consumption during operating mode requires management. Exclusion of target products: Facsimiles, modems, and digital converters will be excluded from the products subject to the e-Standby program due to declining demand and reduced need for power consumption management. GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating Korea’s regulatory requirements, including KC Certification. Our expertise covers  KC EMC ,  KC Safety ,  KC Energy Efficiency ,  KC Automotive Components , ...
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Korea Harmonizes KC 60335-2-29 with IEC Standards for Household Battery Chargers

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On December 23, 2025, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued an announcement No. 2025-370 , proposing a revision to the safety standard KC 60335-2-29 (Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety – Part 2-29: Particular Requirements for Battery Chargers). This revision aims to update the safety standards in alignment with international standards. KATS is collecting public opinions on the proposed amendment until February 3, 2026. Key Revisions Update of IEC Edition: Ed 5.0 (2016-06) → Ed 5.1 (2019-03) Expansion of ripple-free DC output range: Up to 120 V → Up to 250 V Classification of charger types based on transformer specifications: - Type 1: Battery charger output circuits supplied through a safety isolating transformer (DC output voltage must not exceed 120 V) - Type 2: Battery charger output circuits supplied through an isolating transformer (DC output voltage must not exceed 250 V) GCA Korea provides expert support for globa...
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2026 New Year Greetings from GCA KOREA!

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Happy New Year 2026 from GCA KOREA! As we welcome 2026, GCA KOREA would like to express our sincere gratitude to our valued clients and partners for their continued trust and collaboration throughout the past year. Our team remains fully dedicated to providing expert certification consulting and practical regulatory guidance that supports your product launches and global market access. In the new year, we will continue to share clear regulatory updates and offer comprehensive project support to help you navigate complex compliance requirements with confidence. We wish you a prosperous year filled with successful approvals, safe products, and steady business growth. Warm regards, The GCA KOREA Team GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating Korea’s regulatory requirements, including KC Certification. Our expertise covers  KC EMC ,  KC Safety ,  KC Energy Efficiency ,  KC Automotive Components ,  KCsEx (ATEX, IECEx) ,  and  MFDS (K...
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Korea Announces Revision to KC Safety Standards for Sports Helmets

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On December 22, 2025, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued an administrative pre-announcement of revisions to the Standards for Handling Nonconformity with Household Product Safety Standards and the Operational Guidelines for the Safety Management of Electrical Appliances and Household Products , with the aim of enhancing the safety management efficiency of protective helmets for sports users and clarifying the scope of safety application by type. This revision serves as a follow-up to the upcoming amendment of safety standards for sports helmets , effective February 2, 2026. Public opinions will be collected until January 12, 2026. Key Revision Details Alignment of test items (materials, performance, etc.) with the updated safety standards Improved non-compliance handling criteria reflecting real-world hazard levels, such as retention system performance Addition of missing model classifications for hiking and ski helmets Clarification of types for ba...
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Korea RRA to Implement New AeroMACS Technical Standards in December 2025

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On December 22, 2025, the National Radio Research Agency (RRA) finalized and announced the revised Technical Standards for Aeronautical Radio Equipment. This amendment establishes new technical standards for AeroMACS (Aeronautical Mobile Airport Communications System) in alignment with international standards. The revised standards took effect on December 22, 2025, the date of notification. Key Points Establishment of AeroMACS (Mobile communication radio equipment used on the ground within airports for air traffic purposes) Use of 5,091 MHz – 5,150 MHz frequency band (5 GHz band) Technical standards remain identical to the previously announced draft.  → Click here for details GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating Korea’s regulatory requirements, including KC Certification. Our expertise covers  KC EMC ,  KC Safety ,  KC Energy Efficiency ,  KC Automotive Components ,  KCsEx (ATEX, IECEx) ,  and  MFDS (Korean Medical Dev...
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Korea RRA Introduces New Password Security Requirements for IP Cameras (Effective June 2026)

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On December 22, 2025, Korea’s National Radio Research Agency (RRA) issued a partial amendment notification to the technical standards for terminal equipment. The amendment introduces stronger password security requirements for IP cameras at the design and manufacturing stages. The new requirements will take effect on June 21, 2026, following a six-month grace period. Korea IP Camera Security 1. Stronger Password Rules Option A: At least 8 characters, using three of the following: uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, or special characters Option B: At least 10 characters, using two of the character types above Anti-hacking measure: To prevent unauthorized access, the system will temporarily block access for 30 seconds to 60 minutes if the password is incorrectly entered up to five consecutive times. 2. Special Rule for Cloud-Based IP Cameras For IP cameras that rely on cloud services: If a device passes the separate test methods specified in KS X 3078, it is deemed to meet the...
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