Reducing Lead Times for KC Safety SDoC: A Practical Guide
The 2026 Guide to KC Safety Previous: Part 1: Safety Certification Guide Part 2: Safety Confirmation Guide Under the KC safety framework, electrical products are classified into three categories—Safety Certification, Safety Confirmation, or Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC)—based on their associated risk levels. This part focuses on the SDoC scheme, which applies to products with relatively low risk. Note 1: Under KC safety regulations, the term " Manufacturer " refers strictly to the actual factory, a definition that differs from the one used by the RRA (Radio Research Agency). Note 2: IEC CB test reports and certificates are accepted . Approval Types: Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) Product Categories: Household Appliances: DC air purifiers and DC ion generators (below 42 V DC) DC electric tools (charging type) Audio and video equipment: Video cameras, CCTV cameras, amplifiers, speakers with amplifiers ITE/office equipment: Scanners, walkie-talkies (i...