KC – Korea Certificate, KC Mark (Safety, EMC, Machine[KCs], KMVSS(Vehicle Component) etc)
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What is the KC(Korea Certificate) Certification?
The Republic Korea is one of the most important industrial nations in the world.
The KC Certification (Korea Certification) is Mandatory to sell in korea.
Safety Confirmation
Safety certification system for electronics is compulsory certification system enforced based on Electric Appliances Safety Control Act and Household Safety Control Act. In order to manufacture and sell electronics that are the object for safety certification stated by article 3, section2 within the same act, needs to get safety certification through article 5, section1 within the same act.
Therefore, safety certification for electric appliances is certification system to make sure consumer use electric appliances safely and prevent danger such as fire, shock, and so on in advance through testing electric appliance, evaluating production system such as manufacture and inspection facility and securing safety of electric appliance.
Procedure for application
Labeling requirement for safety certification
- Ways to label safety certification (Act Article 9, paragraph1)
- KC mark (Safety Certification)
Factory evaluation for safety certification
In order to get safety certification based on article 3(Safety Certification) of Electric Appliances Safety Control Act, need to get “early factory evaluation” under the enforcement regulation article 9 (issuing of safety certificate) within the same act and according to article 7(regular inspection and self-inspection) “regular inspection” for manufacturing factory of electric appliances manufacturing company object of safety certification should be carried out once every 2 years.
Safety certification system
Safety certification system, Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act, article 5
System that requires manufacturer or importer to get safety certification on product which requires such certification (Verifying safety of product through product test and factory evaluation) by model prior to release or customs clearance.
Safety certification of Industrial product
Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act, article 2 subparagraph10 and enforcement regulation article 3 paragraph2 within the same act indicates household products that could be dangerous to consumer’s life and body, damage to the property and natural environment due to structure, material, and method.
Registrable Item
- 1. Renewable Tire
- 2. Pressure pot and cooker for house use
Necessary documents and procedure by stage
- - When registering, please submit a copy of registration form.
- - For detail procedure, please see [Annex] in necessary application form (also used as notifice for result).
Application for Safety Certification
Apply for Factory evaluation or addition of item
- 1. 2 copies of Application form for Safety Certification (Annex – form 4)
- 2. Copy of business registration certificate
- 3. Instruction on product (Including photograph)
- 4. Copy of document proving substitution (Attachment is needed only once applied through substitution)
Application for safety certification of disposable product
Only applicable after product inspection and if you need safety certification for products that are produced in limited amount or for disposable industrial products.
- 1. 2 copies of application from (Annexed- form 4)
- 2. 1 copy of business registration certificate
- 3. Instruction on product (Photo included)
- 4. Copy of document proving substitution (Attachment is needed only once applied through substitution)
- 5. Document that proves produced in limited amounts and disposable industrial products (Contains information about clearance quantity, B/L, invoice, packing-list, etc.)
Application for changing safety certification
Apply once you need to change safety certification. (But, changing manufacturing information(Nationality, Company) and item are not included.)
- 1. 2 Application forms for changing safety certification
- 2. 1 copy of documents proving changes
Application for safety certification exemption
For exhibition and exposition use, it is possible to apply for safety certification exemption
(But product for research, development, and export should contact Product Safety Association by TEL.02-890-8300.)
- 1. 2 copies of Application form for safety certification exemption (Annex- form 7)
- 2. A copy of instruction of product and its use
- 3. A copy of document proving that it has been manufactured or imported for exhibition and exposition.
Application for checking same model
For clearance of import,(products verified through collector of customs), you can apply through UNI-PASS in customs service(http://portal.customs.go.kr/)
(But, if you have already prove safety through product inspection then you are exempt)
Application for clearance
Product inspection for safety certification, notification for safety verification (But, only for inquiry on test and inspection for notification of safety verification) or notification for protective packaging for children should be applied if you need it through custom clearance system
Standard and method for labeling safety verification
Relevant with Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act article 45, enforcement regulation article 25, paragraph 1
Label on industrial product that was notified to safety certification agency after manufacturer or importer got approval from safety inspection provided by designated inspection agency
Labeling Standard
Design shape for safety verification (Safety Certification Number)
Tips for figure
- - Size of figure for safety verification lable can be adjusted depending on shape of industrial product.
- - Color for safety verification lable should be navy(Color 5PB 2/8 according toKS A 0062) or black (Color N2 according to KS A 0062)
Labeling method
- - Safety verification label should be on the surface of industrial product so it can be seen easily by either attaching or printing or stamping, etc.
- - If putting safety verification label can cause further trouble and if there is a concern that order from actual consumer can lead to unwanted distribution to the society, then minimum labeling is allowed.
Safety Confirmation
Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act article 15
System requires product of manufacturer or importer to get approval by model from safety verification agency, prior to release or clearance and have to make notification to safety certification agency
Object for safety verification
Industrial product, Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act, article 2 subparagraph11 and enforcement regulation article 3 paragraph 4
Household product that could casue harm on consumer's life and body, damage to property and natural environment due to its structure, materials, and methods
Apply for safety verification
- 1. 2 copies of notification for safety verification (also used as verification for KPS) (Annex article 14)
- 2. Copy of business license
- 3. Copy of instruction on product(Including photograph)
- 4. Copy of test result on industrial products of inspection agency and product for safety verification according to 「Electric Appliances and Household Safety Control Act 」 Article 14 paragraph 1
Apply for change in safety verification
- 1. 2 copies of safety verification change notification
- 2. Copy of document proving changes
Apply for exemption from safety verification notification
If your cases correspond with followings you can apply for exemption from all or part of notification (But, information on products for research·development and export should be contacted to product safety association by TEL.02-890-8300.)
- 1. 2 copies of exemption notification for safety verification (Annex article 7)
- 2. Copy of instruction on product(Including Photograph)
- 3. Copy of document proving one of the cases in Electric Applicance and Household Safety Control Act article 16 from section2 to section6
· Exemption range for part of report : Quality mangement and and Safety Control of Industrial Product Article 19 Paragraph7 from subparagraph 2 to 4 (You have to apply for self safety verification report since you are only exempt from safety test and inspection.)
· Exemption Range for whole report : Article 19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph1, 5, and 6
- - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph1
Research Development or Export - - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph2
「Industrial Standardization Act 」 Certified by Article 15 - - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph3
「Occupational Safety and Health Acts」 Certified by Article 34 Pargraph 2 or Paragraph 4 - - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph4
「Occupational Safety and Health Acts」 Self safety verification report through Article 35 Paragraph 1 - - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph5
Certified by getting test and inspection from organization which has established mutual agreement with domestic and overseas organization. - - Article19 Paragraph7 Subparagraph6
Other cases you do not have to notify if it meets standard provided by Knowledge Economy Minister
Apply for inspection of industrial products for same model
If you need import clearance(Product verified through customs) apply through UNI-PASS(http://portal.customs.go.kr/)
(Excluding products that proved its safety)
Apply for clearance in advance
You can apply when you need product inspection, safety verification report for safety certification (But, only when there is inquiry about test and inspection for safety verification report) or report for child-resistant package by applying through UNI-PASS(http://portal.customs.go.kr/) (Please contact Product Safety Association for more information through TEL.02-890-8300)
Impose fee for Self safety verification report(Including report for change)
(Unit:won)
ClassificationFee(VAT is not included)
| Safety verification report | 50,000 |
| Safety verification change report | 5,000 |
Labeling standard and method for safety certification labeling
- Shape for KC design and protocol (Executed in 1st, July 2009)
Electric appliances and Household Safety Control Act Article 45, relevant with enforcement regulation Article 25 Paragraph1
Label on industrial product that was notified to safety certification agency after manufacturer or importer got approval from safety inspection provided by designated inspection agency
Labeling standard
Design shape for safety certification label
Protocol for design
Supplier confirmity verification
Electric appliances and Household Safety Control Act, Article 25
System that requires manufacturer or importer to label based on rules determined by Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy on products or packaging that needs supplier confirmity verification
Product subject for supplier confirmity verification
Electric appliances and Household Safety Control Act Article 2 Subparagraph 12 and same Act enforcement regulation Article 3 Paragraph 6 Household products that could cause accidents or dangers while consumer use,handle, or carry or it is hard for consumers to identify composition, function, size, etc.
Item available for registration
FieldSupplier appropriate item available for registration
| Textile | Textile product for household(Including contact type) |
| Chemical |
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| Household product | Furniture, Drying rack, cotton swab, glasses frame , tent, wheelchair table for old people, Goggles, Stainless sponge, Roller skate, Shoes with wheels, Metal accesories, (假) Eyelash, inline roller skate, kick board |
Ways to check confirmity(Choose one)
- - Test report from official testing agency
- - Test report itslef
- - Test report of company for raw materials
- - Overseas official organization or test report from company
- - Documents that can prove confirmity to safety standard
Electric appliances and Household Safety Control Act Article 45, relevant with enforcement regulation Article 25 Paragraph 1
Label on industrial product that was notified to safety certification agency after manufacturer or importer got approval from safety inspection provided by designated inspection agency
Electric appliances and Household Safety Control Act enforcement regulation[Enforced in 2017.1.28.] [Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, Subparagraph 238, 2017.1.26., all revised]
Labeling standard
Design shape for supplier confirmity
Protocol for design
- - Size of shape for Supplier confirmity verification can be adjusted based on size of industrial product
- - Basic color for Supplier confirmity verification is navy(color 5PB 2/8 according to KS A 0062) or black(color N 2 according to KS A 0062 ).
Child-resistant package
Quality management and Safety Control of Industrial Products Act Article 24
Products that are designed for tricky for children less than 5 to open in certain period of time but easy for adults
Industrial product subject for child-resistant package
Quality management and Safety Control of Industrial Products Act Article 2 Subparagraph 12 and same Act enforcement regulation Article 2 Paragrpah 4
Among industrial products that are subject for child-resistant package that could cause addiction to consumers if drink or inhaleth
Field and Item
- 1. Antifreeze
- 2. Washing reagent for car's front glsss window
Quality management and Safety Control of Industrial Products Act Article 25, enforcement regulation Article 27
Label showing that it is hard for children to open the produ+E68ct but easy for adults
[Asterisk 11] Child-resistant package label (Relevant with Article 27 )
Labeling standard
Design shape for child-resistant package label (Child-resistant package report number)
Protocol for design
- - Size of shape for child-resistant package label can be adjusted based on size of industrial product.
- - Basic color for child-resistant package label is navy(Color 5PB 2/8 according to KS A 0062 ) or black( color N 2 according to KS A 0062 ).
Labeling method
- Child-resistant package label should be attached to the surface of industrial product for easy identification or either printed or stamped.
Consumer Goods
Consumer products which might be harmful to the health or safety of the consumer by their usage or through their characteristics, or if they pose a pollution risk to the environment need to get a KC certification (KC Mark).
Example products which need a KC Mark for South Korea:
- Household Appliances
- Audio & Video Devices
- Scales
- Fire Extinguishers
- Glasses Frames
- Fans
- Tents
- Highly Visible Jackets
Other consumer goods that are required to have the KC label include automotive spare parts in the following categories:
- Brake Hoses (FMVSS 106)
- Seat Belt (UNECE Reg. 16)
- Headlamps (UNECE Reg. 98, 112, 128)
- Retro-Reflecting Devices (UNECE Reg. 3)
- Rear Underrun Protective Devices (UNECE Reg. 58)
- Replacement Brake Parts (UNECE Reg. 90)
- Replacement Wheels for Passenger Cars (UNECE Reg. 124)
- Glass Safety Glazing (UNECE Reg 43)
- Rear Marking Plates for Heavy and Long Vehicles (UNECE Reg. 70)
- Retro-Reflecting Materials (UNECE Reg. 70)
- Warning Triangles (UNECE Reg. 27)
- Rear Marking Plates for Slow-Moving Vehicles (UNECE Reg. 69)
The most important documents, which will be used for the KC certification in South Korea are the Korean “Motor Vehicle Management Act” and the “Korea Motor Vehicle Safety Standard” (KMVSS). The “Motor Vehicle Management Act” deals with the various kinds of vehicles and their registration, as well as the general information about safety standards and self-certification. The “Korea Motor Vehicle Safety Standard” lists the technical features of vehicles and the applicable safety standards.
Electronic Products
Electronic products to be sold in South Korea are required to have a KC (Korea Certification Mark) Certification. An accreditation is needed for products with more than 30V (AC) or 42V (DC). A distinction is made between the three verifications of conformity:
Type 1: Obligatory KC Certification
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- Product categories which are seen to pose a potential danger for users
- Products will need to be tested at an approved South Korean test lab
- The KC certificate is valid for 1 year
- Factory inspection and market surveillance are required
- Some product examples for Type 1 include: electric wire, cords, capacitors, switches for electrical appliances, filter, motorized electric tools, fuse holder, switches, insulated transformers, lightning appliances
Type 2: Safety Conformation KC – Korea Certification Self-Declaration
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- Product categories which are less dangerous for users, e.g. AV and ITE equipment
- Products of this type do not have to be tested in Korea, but do need a certification and registration by KATS
- The KC Certificate is valid for 5 years
- There is no factory inspection and market surveillance necessary
- Some product examples for Type 2 include: electric switches, electric appliances, information technology equipment, audio and video electronic apparatus
Type 3: Supplier Compliance
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- Product categories which are seen as not dangerous for users (e.g. appliances less than 50V)
- Safety standards are applied according to in-house or third-party testing
- No KATS (Korean Agency for Technology and Standards) registration or certification needed
- The KC certificate has no expiration
- No factory inspection or market surveillance is required
- Some product examples for Type 3 include: fluorescent lamp starter, DC power supplies, charger for electric devices
The KC – Korea Certification – Certification Process
The process for KC Mark is similar to other international certifications. The first step includes preparation of application and supporting documentation including:
- Application Forms
- Business License
- Complete contact details of the Korean importer and the production plant
- Product descriptions and/or user manuals (in Korean language)
- List of critical components
- List of insulation material (only electronic products)
- Block diagram and circuit diagram (only electronic products)
- Letter of approval
- Name plate
- Factory questionnaire
After submitting the documents and applications for the KC Certification they will be checked for consistency and accuracy by the relevant authority. As a part of the approval process to receive the KC Mark, it is required to have the products tested by an internationally accredited test lab. A factory inspection will also be required in accordance to the Korean regulations for safety products.
After receiving the KC Certificate there will be required follow-up audits and product tests for Type 1 KC Certification products.
There is approved testing center which can be used to confirm the product conformity,
these are the “Korea Testing and Research Institute” (KTR).
Process of KC Mark Certification:
Other KC Mark Certifications
(EMC) KCC-RRA Authorization for Products with Radio Technologies
Products with radio technologies also need a KC Certification to get access to the South Korean market. The organizations that are responsible are: the South Korean authority “Nation Radio Research Agency” (RRA) and the “Korean Communication Commission” (KCC).
A local, Korean, representative is required for KC Certification of radio technologies.
Product testing at an approved Korean test lab is required.
The approved KC label is required to be displayed along with the certification number and the conformity information of the authorities on the product, the product packaging and the user’s manual.
The KC Certificate for radio technologies has no expiration as long as there are no product modifications.
KC EMC Certification / KC RF Certification
There is approved testing center which can be used to confirm the product conformity,
these are the “Korea Testing and Research Institute” (KTR).
All technical equipment of the information, communication and telecommunication technology which will be sold in South Korea are required to have a KC EMC Certification. This certification confirms that the products are electromagnetically compatible and harmless for the consumer.
Products which are equipped with wireless, RF or radio need a KC RF Certification. The national certification authority for KC EMC and RF certification is the “National Radio Research Agency” (RRA).
KCs – Korea Certification Mark for Machines
Machines that may be potentially harmful required the KCs Mark (“s” for safety) which shows that the machine is tested and approved for safe operation.
Some products that need a safety certification include:
- Cranes
- Pressure Vessels
- Lifts
- Presses, Shearing/Press brakes
- Rollers
- Injection Molding Machines
- Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
- Gondola Lifts
- Sawing Machines
Some products, that need a self-regulated safety check:
- Grinders
- Industrial Robots
- Mixers
- Crushers
- Food Processing Machines
- Conveyors
- Automobile lifts
For this KC Mark there are two groups which have a different process of certification; Certification of Compliance (CoC) and Declaration of Conformity (DoC).
If the process of the machine is potentially harmful (e.g. with a pressure vessel) a Certification of Compliance (CoC) in necessary. As part of the CoC approval an annual factory inspection is necessary.
Products, which are related to safety (e.g. the personal protective equipment) are also required to have a KC Certification and a Certification of Compliance (CoC). As part of the CoC approval an annual factory inspection is necessary.
For products where there is only a risk of injury when safety-related component fail (e.g. machine tools or industrial robots), a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is accepted.
Several regulations are applied for the safety certification: [Article 34 to 34-4 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act; Article 28 of the Enforcement Decree of the same Act; and Article 58 to 58-8 of the Enforcement Regulations of the same Act].
The following regulation are applied for the self-regulated safety check: [Article 35 to 35-4 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act; Article 28-5 of the Enforcement Decree of the same Act; and Article 60 to 63 of the Enforcement Regulation of the same Act].
The KC Label
If the product has been successfully certified for the South Korean market, the KC label is required to be displayed along with the certification number and the conformity information of the authorities on the product. The information must be in the Korean language (English language is optional).
Our service package for your KC Certification
If you are interested in certifying your products for the South Korean market, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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- We will check whether your products require KC Certification
- We offer a non-binding quote for the KC Certification, in order to provide an idea of costs
- We accompany you through the entire certification process
- We take over all communications with the Korean authorities
- We provide advice on how to best complete the application documents
- We handle product testing in Korea
- We provide support when applying for the approval label
- We prepare you for and accompany you during the factory audit
- We ensure that the certification process runs as smoothly and quickly as possible, and that effort on your part is minimized
WHAT IS THE KC MARK?
The KC (Korea Certification) mark signifies compliance with Korea’s product safety requirements for electrical and electronic equipment and is issued by Korea-based certification bodies that have been approved by the Korea Standards Association. Manufacturers and distributors of electronic goods may apply a KC mark to their goods once they have completed the standard procedure:
- Application – The application process involves the submission of an application form and product description. In addition, the manufacturer must obtain a certificate of registration.
- Factory inspection – Production equipment and processes are inspected and audited for compliance with applicable safety criteria.
- Product testing – The product is tested consistent with the requirements of the applicable safety standard(s).
- EMC testing – The product is tested for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and immunity.
- Post-certification surveillance – Regular factory inspections and market surveillance are required to verify continued compliance following certification.
WHY IS THE KC MARK IMPORTANT?
South Korea is one of the world’s leading markets for electrical and electronic equipment and devices. Products that do not have KC certification may be denied entry into the country, and manufacturers of non-certified products found on the market could be subject to penalties. Testing your products for compliance with KC certification requirements ensures legal market access to Korea, as well as acceptance by Korean electronic product buyers.
WE ARE YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR KC APPLICATION
We are one of the world’s leading product testing companies, with hundreds of labs worldwide and technical staff who stay up to date with the latest changes to regulation in all key markets. We have a close relationship with the Korean authorities and our safety and EMC testing results are recognised in support of KC certification applications.
We is also authorised to perform factory inspections for compliance with applicable safety criteria. Our global network of accredited laboratories can test a wide variety of electrical and electronic equipment and devices to KC certification requirements, ensuring rapid access to South Korea’s 50 million consumers.
WE ARE KOREAN ELECTRONIC TESTING AND CERTIFICATION SERVICES
We’s services in support of KC certification for electrical and electronic equipment include:
- Testing – We testing laboratories are equipped to conduct all types of testing related to Korea requirements for KC certification
- Documentation – We can review the scope and content of your documentation and advise of any changes necessary to ensure compliance
- Regulations – We technical experts keep up to date on worldwide regulations applicable to electrical and electronic equipment and devices and participate in several key industry groups and trade organisations
- Other requirements – We can offer support in complying with KC certification requirements in conjunction with other international regulations and standards
Korea KC certification
In order to enable consumers to more clearly understand the certification mark on the products purchased, and to reduce the various manufacturers of the burden of certification fees, the Korean Technical Standards Institute (KATS) August 20, 2008 announced that in 2009 1 On January 1, the new certification system KC (Korea Certification) certification. The plan began in July 2009, the first in the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, the end of 2010 to expand to all departments.
In order to enable consumers to more clearly understand the certification mark on the products purchased, and to reduce the various manufacturers of the burden of certification fees, the Korean Technical Standards Institute (KATS) August 20, 2008 announced that in 2009 1 On January 1, the new certification system KC (Korea Certification) certification. The program has been in the forefront of the Ministry of Knowledge Economy since July 2009 and is expected to be extended to all sectors by the end of 2010.
The implementation plan for the KC logo is as follows:
December 2008: Revision of the Basic Law of the National Standard and its enforcement order;
July 2009: Ministry of Knowledge Economy began to implement and adopt the national unified KC logo;
January 2009 to December 2010: Amendments to the laws relating to standard certification;
January 2011: Apply the KC logo to all certifications.
KC Mark Certification Products List (KC certified product catalog) According to the "Korea Electrical Safety Management Law" provides that since January 1, 2009 from the electrical product safety certification is divided into mandatory certification and self-discipline (voluntary) two kinds of certification.
Mandatory certification means that all electronic products belonging to a mandatory product must be certified by KC Mark before they can be sold in the Korean market, and are subject to factory inspection and product sampling tests every year.
Self-discipline (voluntary) certification means that all electronic products belonging to a voluntary product are tested and certified without a factory review. The certificate is valid for 5 years.
In order to obtain KC Mark certification product manufacturers need to EST certification body for electrical and electronic product safety certification. Where the manufacturer refers to the direct production of the product factory.
When the same type of product through different factories, the factories have to apply for KC Mark certification, because the factory name is different.
Application for KC Mark certification requires submission of technical documents
1、Application Form
2、Product descriptions (or User's Manuals) : Korean Version
3、List of critical components
4、Insulation material catalog (designated product)
5、Circuit Diagram
6、Letter of authorization
7、Marking Label
8、Questionaire
9、Specification of Transformer
10、Products samples
The voltage of 50V to 1000V within the electrical products must be certified, KC certification program will be January 1, 2009 for all electronic and electrical products mandatory use of KC logo, will be replaced by the new KC logo the original EK logo
KC certification documents that need to be submitted
If you need to apply for the KC logo, you must first apply to the KTR. If a product is produced by several independent factories, although the product is the same model, several factories should also obtain certification mark. Overseas manufacturers can apply directly or authorized South Korea's local agents and representatives of manufacturers to apply.
New products need to submit the following documents when applying for KC certification
Electrical appliances safety certification application (mandatory products);
Electrical appliances self - regulatory safety confirmation application and electrical appliances self - regulatory safety statement (self - regulatory products);
1) a direct impact on the safety of parts list;
2) electrical circuit diagram;
3) transformer detailed specifications (related products);
4) Insulation material catalog (temperature, pressure resistance or flame resistance grade, etc.);
5) product certificate (including Korean product certificate);
6) label;
7) Agent authorization documents (required for mandatory products; required for self-regulatory products to be applied by agents);
8) Questionnaire (mandatory product).
Factory Audit
(1) the first factory Audit
After accepting product certification applications, KTR requires a first factory review of the plant and a preliminary assessment of the plant's quality control system. According to the relevant laws of Korea safety certification and the relevant provisions of KTR, the factory shall have the following documented procedures or regulations, which shall be compatible with the factory quality management and product quality control:
1) Product change control procedures (For example, after the approval of the certification product is approved by the certification body, the corresponding technical documents should be formulated in strict accordance with the approved contents and distributed to the relevant departments to correctly implement the changes of the certified products. Changes can not be applied to change the product logo.);
2) documentation and data control procedures;
3) Quality record control procedures (storage, routine and operational inspection records for a period of at least 3 years);
4) routine inspection and confirmation of inspection procedures;
5) nonconforming product control procedures;
6) inspection or verification procedures for critical components and materials;
7) internal quality audit procedures;
8) Procedures for operation instructions, inspection standards, operating procedures, equipment management procedures and other procedures, the factory should be kept at least including the above quality records to confirm the factory did all the production inspection and production testing, quality records should be true and effective;
9) Product routine inspection and confirmation inspection records; Inspection and verification records of key components and materials and certificate of conformity provided by the supplier:
① inspection and testing equipment on a regular basis for calibration or verification of the record;
② routine inspection and confirmation (operation) inspection records;
③ daily inspection records of safety equipment on the production line (workshop);
④ Disposal records of nonconforming products (purchase, routine and operation);
⑤ record of internal audit;
⑥ records of corrective actions taken against customer complaints;
⑦ failure to correct the operation of the test records;
(2) annual factory audit
Upon issuance of the certificate, the certification body annually conducts an annual follow-up review of the plant with the aim of reviewing the consistency of the plant quality control system and whether it can continue to meet safety standards. The annual factory review is divided into two parts:
1) the quality of documents, quality records, production site-related content of the view, requirements and content of the basic and the same as the first review.
2) It is necessary to confirm the consistency of the factory with all products authorized by the KC logo. According to the certificate of the product attached to the certificate (key components list), the certified product key components, materials, circuits, structures, etc. to confirm, to see if they are consistent.
(3) sample check
There are 216 products that have been included in the KC logo compulsory certification so far. Korean safety law stipulates that all types of products are sampled annually so that each product is sampled once a year. Sampling method is: by the factory inspector at the annual review, the scene has a production or inventory, the inspector sealed sample, the factory within 3 months of the sample sent to the designated location; factory inspection did not produce or inventory, the factory Shall send the designated sample to the designated place within 6 months.
KC certification mark
(1) KC logo information content
The KC logo mainly includes the following information:
Security certification mark with KTR certification code;
Product name; model name; rated input; manufacturer name; double insulation mark;
Rated production time (in the case of product input time is very short); product production date (year, month, day or production lot number);
Telephone or address of Korean service provider; EMI or EMI / EMS logo (optional, if the product has enough time to apply for a logo is recommended);
(2) KC logo
KC certification mark (Figure 2) should: according to product size and change;
In the product or container and packaging easy to identify, to print or engraved not easy to fall off the method of identification;
And KC certified cover adjacent, marked KC certification number;
Matters relating to safety standards should be listed in Korean or English;
Should be black.
(3) KC certification number
The KC certification number is composed of the distinguishing code of the security certification body, the product classification number, the manufacturer's name and so on, and the example of "S (Z) W 09 999 - 8001" (Figure 3)
① "S (Z)": the difference between the security certification body code (S: mandatory; Z: self-discipline security confirmation);
(W: Middle East: X; Africa: Y; Other: Z);
③ "09": electrical appliances classification number;
④ "999": the same area / the same product classification of the manufacturing plant number;
⑤ "8": the last year of the year (such as: 2000 to 0, 2008 8);
⑥ "001": number of the basic model of the same factory / same product category
Inquiry required information:
1, Product name, model
2, The product details of the technical manual