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Under the amended Act on Resource Circulation of Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Vehicles , the scope of products subject to RoHS will expand from the current 50 items to most electrical and electronic products starting January 1, 2028. All low-voltage electrical and electronic products (AC 1,000V or below, DC 1,500V or below) will, in principle, be subject to RoHS. Products that are difficult to collect or recycle will be listed as RoHS exemptions. The following product categories have been newly added to the exemptions as of the 2028 RoHS expansion announced by the MCEE*: Large fixed industrial equipment and installations Devices recoverable only upon building demolition Machinery for construction, agriculture, and manufacturing Fundamental scientific research instruments Research prototypes and samples Medical devices with infection risks Electrical or electronic parts built into furniture or footwear * MCEE: South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy an...

The MCEE* announced that, under the amended Act on Resource Circulation of Electrical and Electronic Equipment and Vehicles , the obligation to collect and recycle waste products will be expanded to cover all electrical and electronic products starting January 1, 2026. * MCEE: South Korea’s Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment (formerly: Ministry of Environment) Previously limited to 50 items like TVs and refrigerators, WEEE obligations will expand from January 1, 2026, to cover all electrical and electronic products operating at AC 1,000V or less, or DC 1,500V or less. This includes mid- and small-sized appliances and IT devices such as clothing care systems, portable fans, and Bluetooth earphones. Exemptions apply to certain medical devices, defense products, industrial equipment, and large fixed installations. GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating South Korea’s regulatory requirements. Our specialties include  KC EMC ,  KC Safety ,...