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Review of the Progress in International Standardization of Rare Earth Recycling and Analysis Methods Review of the Progress in International Standardization of Rare Earth Recycling and Analysis Methods   On January 31, the Korean Standards Association visited the Korea Basic Science Institute to assess the progress of rare earth standardization since the establishment of the "Rare Earth International Standardization Strategy." In line with the strategy, the Korean Standards Association is actively working on developing five international standards related to rare earths. These include methods for quantitative analysis, characterization methods, and labeling requirements for rare earth recycling. The proposals for these standards were presented at the International Organization for Standardization Technical Committee 298 (ISO/TC 298) meeting held in Incheon in October.   The standardization of rare earth quantitative analysis and inductively coupled plasma characterization m

Development of national standards for companies producing biodegradable resins Development of national standards for companies producing biodegradable resins   The National Institute of Environmental Research, in collaboration with the Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute, has developed testing methods for measuring biodegradable resin materials. These methods are set to be officially established and announced as national standards (KS) on January 31st.   The newly established national standards outline testing methods and procedures for determining the material composition and content of five commonly used biodegradable resins and molded products composed of these resins.   The testing method compares a product's biodegradability test results or detailed information with a 'Biodegradable Resin Ingredient Database' to confirm if the product is made from biodegradable resin. This approach reduces testing time and costs while addressing challenges in determ

Recycled PET bottle materials' quality is confirmed through national standard testing methods Recycled PET bottle materials' quality is confirmed through national standard testing methods The National Institute of Environmental Research has developed national standards (KS) for quality testing methods for recycled PET bottle materials (PET bottle flakes). The standards will be officially established and announced on January 29.   The national standard testing methods aim to maintain rigorous and consistent quality control at every stage of the recycling process, from collection to washing and production, specifically for producing high-quality recycled products like fibers from discarded PET bottles.   The National Institute of Environmental Research and the Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute collaboratively developed national standards for quality testing items and methods, considering the domestic recycling system and market preferences. These standards d

new SSD product, 990 EVO /  Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics releases the new SSD product, 990 EVO   On the 24th, Samsung Electronics announced the release of a new consumer SSD product, the '990 EVO.'   Samsung Electronics released the consumer SSD '990 EVO' with improved sequential read and write speeds of up to 5000MB/s and 4200MB/s, respectively, representing a 43% and 30% increase over its predecessor. The use of a self-developed 5-nanometer controller enhances power efficiency by up to 70%. The product also employs Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology, eliminating the need for internal DRAM and strengthening price competitiveness while maintaining performance.   The product seamlessly switches interfaces based on the user's PC system, ensuring excellent compatibility and stability. It maintains optimal performance even on PCIe 5.0-based ultra-slim notebooks, and the heat dissipation label prevents performance degradation by efficiently managing heat.  

  Disposable Hygiene Products The Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) has announced regulations regarding the recall and disposal of hygiene products. These regulations are open for public comments until February 13, 2024. The proposed measures include the introduction of a new safety rating system for hygiene products and the establishment of detailed procedures for their recall and disposal. ● Key Contents - Definition of terms used in the recall process - Establishment of procedures for inappropriate emergency notifications from testing and inspection agencies, as well as supervision and inspection agencies - Establishment of Criteria and Justification for Hazard Rating - Establishment of step-by-step operational procedures for government agencies and recall operators. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

South Korea-UK FTA first-round improvement negotiations commence South Korea-UK FTA first-round improvement negotiations commence The first official negotiations to enhance the South Korea-UK Free Trade Agreement are set to occur in Seoul from January 23 to January 25. The South Korean delegation, led by An Chang-yong, Director-General for FTA Policy, and the UK delegation, led by Adam Fenn, Deputy Director of the Department for International Trade, will consist of over 50 representatives from both countries.   The South Korea-UK Free Trade Agreement, initiated as the UK exited the EU, eased business uncertainties and fostered economic cooperation. However, there's a recognized need to update the agreement to align with contemporary global trade norms, including digital trade and supply chains, as the current focus is primarily on goods and services market access. 양식의 맨 위 Last November, during President Yoon Suk-yeol's visit to the UK, both countries declared the start of negot

  Concerns are growing as the most intense solar activity in the past two decades has begun this year, leading to potential damages such as communication disruptions, satellite malfunctions, and power transmission facility impairments due to sunspot explosions. In response to this, the National Radio Research Agency (RRA) of Korea and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) signed an agreement on January 17th to establish a strategic cooperative framework for solar storm monitoring capabilities between South Korea and the United States, in preparation for potential space weather disasters caused by solar activities. The National Radio Research Agency plans to establish and operate a satellite receiving station in Jeju, South Korea, to directly process and mutually share data collected by NOAA's SWFO-L1 satellite. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website