Many exporters fail at customs because of wrong procedures, missing documents, or expired certificates.
·Confirm product category, wireless function, smart features
·Prepare mass-production samples for testing
·Safety + EMC + (KCC for wireless) + (cybersecurity for smart)
·Prepare technical files (schematic, BOM, label, Korean manual)
·Submit application through a Korean agent
·KATS review & certificate issuance
·Proper labeling & customs clearance
II. KC Validity & Maintenance (2026 Rules)
·Validity: 5 years
·Annual product consistency declaration required
·If standards update, old certs must be upgraded
·High-risk products: factory audit every 2 years
·All records must be kept for 3 years
III. Common Mistakes
·Testing before classification → missing items
·No Korean manual
·KC Mark only on packaging (rejected in 2026)
·Missing annual declaration
·Product changes without recertification
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