South Korea Mandates USB Type-C Connectors for ICT Equipment
USB Type-C Compliance Now Mandatory in South Korea On November 5, 2025, South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) announced Notification No. 2025-56, introducing new technical standards requiring the use of USB Type-C connectors for charging and data transmission in a broad range of ICT equipment. This move aligns with global trends to reduce […]
South Korea: USB-C SDoC Requirement Postponed
South Korea USB-C SDoC Requirement Delayed The Korean Radio Research Agency (RRA) has postponed the Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) requirement for USB-C receptacle connectors. Initially set for February 14, 2025, the implementation date is now undetermined. Regulatory Process Still in Development According to KOTTA, the official timeline remains uncertain as regulatory authorities continue working […]
South Korea: Mandates USB Type-C for Mobile Devices
South Korea is taking a bold step in technology standardization. The Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT), alongside the Radio Research Agency (RRA), has introduced new regulations requiring USB Type-C connectors for wired charging and data transfer in mobile and smart devices. This move is designed to enhance consumer convenience and reduce electronic waste. What’s […]
South Korea: Proposes Simplified SAR Standards for Wireless Devices – Public Consultation Open Until October 22
Regulatory Update on SAR Standards in South Korea
The Korea Standards & Certification (KS) agency has announced a public consultation regarding proposed revisions to the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) standards governing wireless communication devices used in proximity to the human body. This initiative aims to enhance clarity and efficiency in the testing and compliance processes for manufacturers and consumers alike. Key changes include the simplification of terminology to improve understanding, the unification of separate SAR standards for head and body measurements into a comprehensive framework, and the introduction of stricter testing protocols for device validation. Additionally, the Korea Radio Research Agency (RRA) will provide updated guidelines for implementing streamlined testing methods for advanced technologies such as LTE, WLAN, and 3.5 GHz devices. Stakeholders are encouraged to participate in the consultation process, which will be open for feedback until October 22nd, 2024. This update marks a significant step in ensuring that SAR standards remain relevant and effective in promoting safety and compliance in an evolving technological landscape.
SOUTH KOREA: Update in technical references for radio standards and EMC, EMF and SAR guidelines
Early January 2023, the Radio Research Agency from South Korea (RRA) published an updated version of key standards in the Radio Conformity Assessment area: KS X 3123:2022 replacing the corresponding 2020 version, intended to include test methods and references for Wi-Fi 6E devices. KS X 3270:2022 and KS X 3271:2022 replacing the corresponding 2020 versions, […]
SOUTH KOREA: Public Consultation for EMC Standards Change
On December 29th, 2021, NRRA announced a public consultation for the administrative notice of partial revision (draft) of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Standard. In order to harmonize the standards of low-voltage switchgear and control devices with international standards, reduce the cost burden of industries and test institutes, and relieve regulations, the 3 m measurement standard was […]
SOUTH KOREA: NRRA Issues New Guidelines for KS Standards
The South Korean Radio Research Agency (RRA) has issued a guideline for KS standards for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Methods for Conformity Assessment. As initially notified by the authority in February, the KN standards will be replaced with KS standards. After May 7 th, 2021, and as scheduled, EMC test reports shall be stated with […]
SOUTH KOREA: Regulation Changed to Unify All EMC/RF, EMC/RF/SAR Standards to KS C Standard Series
South Korea’s regulation has changed in order to unify all the EMC/RF EMC/RF/SAR standards to KS C standard series; this means that the certificates and reports that have already been issued will no suffer changes as the tests methods remain the same as before. For your information, here is the table with some of the […]
SOUTH KOREA: 6 GHz Band Available for Wi-Fi
The Ministry of Science and ICT of South Korea has informed that the unlicensed use for the 6GHz band has been approved for the 5,925MHz to 7,125MHz range. This will make the 6GHz band under 25mW available for free use in indoor spaces. The documents offer a comparison between the current WIFI and the WIFI […]
SOUTH KOREA: Act Revision of Enforcement Decree Regarding Resource Circulation of Electrical and Electronic and Vehicles
According to this new regulation, there is an increase in the number of electrical and electronic products that must comply with maximum levels of hazardous substances. The change went from 26 to 49 products when importing or manufacturing. This also included an increase in the number of substances considered hazardous, from 6 to 10. Among […]