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KATS* conducted safety inspections on 1,100 products identified as having high noncompliance rates or frequent safety incidents. As a result, the agency ordered recalls for 63 products that failed to meet national safety standards.   Among the recalled products, children’s items accounted for 42 cases, the largest portion of the total, including children’s textiles with unsafe cords or drawstrings and toys containing excessive levels of lead, preservatives, and boron.   Under the Special Act on the Safety of Children’s Products, children’s goods in Korea are managed under three categories: safety certification, safety confirmation, and supplier’s declaration of conformity (SDoC). Even certified products face routine inspections to ensure continued compliance. Noncompliant products may face recalls, sales bans, or corrective orders.   * KATS: Korean Agency for Technology and Standards   GCA KOREA provides a comprehensive one-stop service covering impor...

On November 3, 2025, the KATS* announced a draft amendment to Appendix 52 (Protective helmets and their visors for motorized vehicle users) of the safety standards for Consumer products subject to safety verification. Public opinions on the proposed changes are accepted until November 28, 2025. Main Amendments Newly cite international standards such as ISO/CIE 11664-1 and ISO/CIE 11664-2, and update helmet types Relax penetration resistance test criteria to align with international standards Expand test headform sizes from 3 to 6 and improve size labeling from XS to XXL for users Establish standards for photochromic eye protectors and add warnings for helmets without chin straps * KATS: Korea Agency for Technology and Standards GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating South Korea’s regulatory requirements. Our specialties include  KC EMC ,  KC Safety ,  KC Energy Efficiency ,  KC Automotive Components ,  KCsEx (...

This notification takes effect on October 27, 2025. On October 27, 2025, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) announced the revision of 34 electrical product safety standards, effective immediately. Revised 34 Electrical Appliance Safety Standards KC 60335-2-10  Household and similar electrical appliances － Safety Part 2-10: Particular requirements for floor treatment machines and wet scrubbing machines KC 60335-2-16  Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-16: Particular requirements for food waste disposers KC 60335-2-21  Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-21: Particular requirements for storage water heaters KC 60335-2-24  Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-24: Particular requirements for refrigerating appliances, ice-cream appliances and ice makers KC 60335-2-28  Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2-28: Particular...

On September 25, 2025, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) announced that 39 out of 206 products sold on major overseas direct purchase platforms failed to comply with South Korea’s safety standards. The inspection, which focused on autumn outdoor activity products, showed a noncompliance rate of 18.9 percent—nearly four times higher than the 5.0 percent average found in domestic market inspections earlier this year. By category, 11 of 63 household goods, 9 of 77 children’s products, and 19 of 66 electrical items did not meet safety requirements. Problematic items included bicycle and motorcycle helmets, electric kickboards, toys, textile and leather goods, DC power supplies, plugs, sockets, and batteries. Notably, 8 of 18 helmets and 5 of 10 DC power supplies tested failed to meet standards, highlighting the need for caution when purchasing certain products through overseas direct purchase platforms due to significant safety risks. GCA Korea provides expe...

On September 22, 2025, the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) issued an administrative notice regarding the revision proposal of the Safety Standards for Consumer Products Subject to Compliance - Appendix 16 (High-visibility warning jackets) . This revision addresses deficiencies identified during the current system's operation by replacing outdated standards with more appropriate, up-to-date ones. Key revision details Replacing abolished related standards with current appropriate standards: KS A 3507 KS T 3507: Standard specification for retroreflective sheeting for traffic control & industrial safety KS K ISO 105-C02 KS K ISO 105-C06: Textiles — Tests for colour fastness — Part C06: Colour fastness to domestic and commercial laundering Individuals, companies, or organizations wishing to provide feedback on the proposal may submit comments to KATS by October 20, 2025. GCA Korea provides expert support for global companies navigating South Korea’s...