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Electric Scooter Fire Risk Increases in Summer

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  Electric Scooter Use of KC Certified Electric Scooters According to the National Fire Information System's fire statistics, there have been 467 electric scooter fires in the past five years, with the number increasing each year, necessitating caution. There were 175 incidents in the summer (June to August), the highest among the seasons, followed by 118 in autumn, 99 in spring, and 75 in winter, making summer fire incidents more than twice those in winter. Especially in summer, the rising temperatures can cause the battery of electric scooters to overheat suddenly, significantly increasing the risk of fire, so extra caution is required. To prevent electric scooter fires, it is crucial to use products that have been certified for safety, such as those with KC certification. Additionally, avoid storing the scooter in high-temperature locations for extended periods, unplug the power cord immediately after charging is complete, and refrain from making unauthorized modifications to in

The selection process for the top 10 leading projects in AI Autonomous Manufacturing has begun

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The selection process for the top 10 leading projects in AI Autonomous Manufacturing has begun   South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy has begun implementing the AI Autonomous Manufacturing initiative, aiming to enhance key industries by integrating AI-based robotics into manufacturing processes. This effort follows the recent announcement of the "AI Autonomous Manufacturing Strategy 1.0" and the initiation of the selection process for top projects under this strategy.   After announcing the "AI Autonomous Manufacturing Strategy 1.0," South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy identified over 40 potential projects through surveys and meetings. They began an official demand survey on June 5 and plan to finalize the top 10 projects by August. Additionally, an AI Autonomous Manufacturing Alliance will be launched in July to reveal the list of candidate projects.   The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy in South Korea

MFDS Improves Reporting of Ingredient Lists for Custom Cosmetics

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  Custom Cosmetics The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has revised the "Regulations on Reporting Production and Import Performance and Ingredient Lists of Cosmetics" to allow for the reporting of ingredient lists by product group for various customized cosmetics. The revision was announced on June 14. Custom cosmetics sellers are required to report the ingredient lists of custom cosmetics to the MFDS once a year. Custom cosmetics are defined as those where ingredients specified by the MFDS are added or mixed with the base material, considering individual skin characteristics and personal preferences, or where the contents are subdivided. This can result in numerous products depending on the use of various ingredients. Through this revision, custom cosmetics sellers can now report the ingredient lists of custom cosmetics by grouping them into one product category if the base material is the same, even if the product names differ. Previously, they had to report the ingr

Proposed Ordinance to Amend Part of the Enforcement Rules of the Electrical Appliances and Household Products Safety Management Act

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Proposed Ordinance to Amend Part of the Enforcement Rules of the Electrical Appliances and Household Products Safety Management Act   Portable ethanol stoves are currently not included in the safety management items regulated under the existing Electrical Appliances and Household Products Safety Management Act, meaning they are distributed without specific safety standards applied. Given the product's susceptibility to fire accidents and the ongoing safety incidents, there are plans to establish safety standards for these products to ensure consumer safety.   The "portable ethanol stove" item will be added to the list of household products that must comply with safety standards.   Comments can be submitted to the relevant authorities until August 14, 2024. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

MFDS, Pilot Operation of the Pharmaceutical Approval and Review Coordination Council

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  Pharmaceutical Approval and Review The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced the pilot operation of a new "Pharmaceutical Approval and Review Coordination Committee," which allows applicants to request adjustments when supplementary documentation is required during the pharmaceutical approval and review process. Documents eligible for coordination requests are those related to safety and efficacy review, quality review, and data protection status. The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety will select the agenda items for the coordination committee meetings after a preliminary review. However, cases where regulations are clear or where advice from the Central Pharmaceutical Affairs Council has been sought or deemed necessary are excluded from the preliminary review process. This coordination committee has been newly established to ensure greater transparency in the pharmaceutical product approval and review process. After a one-year trial period, a decision will be made on w

The 12th Korea-European Union Free Trade Agreement Goods Trade Committee was held

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The 12th Korea-European Union Free Trade Agreement Goods Trade Committee was held   On June 12, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, and the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety of South Korea held a meeting with the European Union in Brussels to discuss the Free Trade Agreement. The Goods Trade Committee discussed tariff and non-tariff issues, reviewed the Korea-EU Free Trade Agreement's implementation, and explored solutions for market entry challenges faced by businesses from both regions.   At the meeting, South Korea highlighted the difficulties faced by Korean companies due to the EU's stringent environmental regulations, including the Battery Directive, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, and Forest Conversion Prevention Law. This refers to regulations and laws designed to prevent the . The South Korean side emphasized the need for clearer regulations, recognition of diverse carbon reduction efforts, and improvements to reporting systems. They also discussed the EU

South Korea and Nigeria Sign MOU to Strengthen Cooperation on Medical Products

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  South Korea and Nigeria signed a MOU The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety announced that, on the occasion of the Korea-Africa Summit, the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety and the Nigerian Food and Drug Administration have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen mutual cooperation in the field of medical products on the 7th. This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was established to promote cooperation and the exchange of technical knowledge regarding the safety of medical products. Both sides have agreed to promote the exchange of information on laws, regulatory systems, knowledge, and regulatory experiences in the field of medical products. They will also conduct regular meetings and exchange visits, provide education and consultation for regulatory agencies and industry, and cooperate to simplify the approval procedures for Korean medical products. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website