Korea KC Certification | GCA

The 2026 Guide to KC Safety Previous: Part 1: Safety Certification Guide In KC scheme, products such as electrical equipment are subject to Safety Certification, Safety Confirmation, or Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity, depending on their risk level. This guide focuses on the mid-risk Safety Confirmation scheme and outlines what you need to prepare. 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: Safety Confirmation Product Categories: Temperature controllers, timers (time switches), and electric welders. Household Appliances: Electric shavers, electric hair clippers, compressors, dishwashers, air purifiers, water purifiers, electric vehicle chargers (rated output power less than  200 kVA ), DC mixers, vending machines, and soldering irons. Audio and Video Equipmen...

This guideline applies to electrical equipment with a voltage rating exceeding 30 Vac or 42 Vdc . Please note that certain devices, such as notebooks and mobile phones, are subject to different standards. 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: Safety Certification Product Categories: Cables, power cords, switches, power capacitors, power filters, plugs, sockets, inlets/outlets, fuses, and insulating transformers. Household Appliances: Vacuum cleaners, irons, electric ovens, washing machines, AC mixers, coffee makers, refrigerators, microwave ovens, air conditioners, and fans. Power & Battery Supplies: AC adapters (chargers) and Lithium secondary battery cells (specifically for smartphones, notebooks, or tablets with an energy density exceeding...