Korea Revises Standards for Handling Nonconformity with Electrical Appliance Safety Standards, Effective November 2025

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The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has issued a notification of a revision to the Standards for Handling Nonconformity with Electrical Appliance Safety Standards to better align with international standards. The revised standards took effect on November 26, 2025, the date of notification.


Key amendments include:

  • Changes to inspection items for isolation transformers, electrical equipment, power tools, and lighting equipment.
  • Removal of electric vehicle components and connectors from safety control categories, and the addition of automotive adapters as a new category.


In Korea, electrical appliances are classified by risk level under three KC safety management systems: Safety Certification, Safety Confirmation, or Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC). Each system specifies target product categories and safety standards. 
KATS regularly inspects even certified products, and when noncompliance is identified, the agency may order recalls, sales suspensions, or corrective actions to protect consumers.

GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating South 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 Devices). Contact GCA Korea today to streamline your certification process and accelerate market access in South Korea.


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