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The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has published proposed revisions to the KC safety standards and related operational guidelines ( Announcement No. 2026-206 ) for public comment to ensure the safety of new types of electric vehicle chargers and support the smooth launch of new products in response to advances in EV charging technology and changes in the market environment. Public comments on the proposed revisions will be accepted until August 31, 2026 . The revisions introduce safety standards for new types of EV chargers, including portable EV chargers and wheel stop-integrated EV chargers, paving the way for KC certification and commercialization of products that were previously difficult to certify. They also align the KC safety standards with international standards by incorporating the latest EV charging technologies. Revisions to the Electrical Appliances and Consumer Products Safety Control Guideline Removal of Obsolete Safety Standards • KC 61851-2...

Korea is moving to revise safety standards related to electric vehicle (EV) chargers. The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) has issued an administrative announcement on proposed amendments to the Enforcement Regulations of the Electrical Appliances and Consumer Products Safety Control Act ( Announcement No. 2026-163 ), and public comments on the proposal will be accepted until July 6, 2026. This revision reflects the increasing demand for high-capacity and ultra-fast charging driven by the expansion of EV adoption and technological advancements, and aims to expand the certification scope for EV chargers in line with revisions to international standards. High-power EV chargers subject to expanded KC safety requirements Expansion of the Scope of EV Chargers Subject to Safety Confirmation Rated output: 200 kVA or less → 500 kVA or less GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating Korea’s regulatory requirements, including KC Certification. Our exper...