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Korea Children's Product Safety Certification in South Korea
A practical guide to Korea Children's Product Safety Certification for baby products sold in South Korea: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.
Who needs this
- Children's products intended for use by children under 13
- Importers and manufacturers selling in Korea
Documents you need
- Safety certification or confirmation
- Test reports from a designated laboratory
- KC mark artwork and Korean labels
Compliance checklist
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How to comply
- Classify the product under the children's product rules
- Test at a designated laboratory
- Obtain certification or supplier confirmation
- Apply the KC mark and Korean warning labels
Brief for your lab or agent
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Request: Korea Children's Product Safety Certification — South Korea Product category: Baby Products Authority: Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and designated bodies Legal basis: Special Act on Safety Management of Children's Products Documents we already have: 1. Safety certification or confirmation 2. Test reports from a designated laboratory 3. KC mark artwork and Korean labels Questions: 1. Does our product fall under Korea Children's Product Safety Certification in South Korea? 2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept? 3. What is the current fee and lead time? 4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?
Cost and timeline
Weeks depending on product type.
Testing and certification fees vary by product.
Common rejection reasons
- KC mark missing
- Korean warning labels absent
- Testing not performed by a designated body
Official sources
FAQ
Which products are covered?
Products for children under 13, including toys, baby gear, and children's textiles.
Is certification different from confirmation?
Higher-risk products require third-party certification; lower-risk products use supplier confirmation.
How long does Korea Children's Product Safety Certification take?
Weeks depending on product type.
How much does Korea Children's Product Safety Certification cost?
Testing and certification fees vary by product.
What happens if I sell without it?
Recall, sales prohibition, and fines.
Who regulates Korea Children's Product Safety Certification in South Korea?
Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and designated bodies.
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