Korea Ex certification agencies: KTL (preferred), KGS and KOSHA
Applicable KCS standards: Industrial Safety and Health Law Article 34 & 35
IECEx certificate/report/QAR: Acceptable
Factory inspection:
–Initial factory inspection can be waived via QAR
–The 2nd year factory inspection needs to be conducted by KCS
Depending on the score of 2nd-year inspection, the inspection can be valid for another 2-3 years.
Local representative: No required, but the KCS certificate can be issued to the local importer instead of the manufacturer
Certificate validity: Infinite
Sample requirement: No sample
Ex critical component requirements: IECEx or KCS approved
If it’s IECEx approved, all revisions of reports and certificates are needed. ALL REVISIONS!
Document checklist: Korean manual, technical drawings, product specification and others
Lead time: 3-4 months
Certification procedure:
—>Application submission
—>Document review
—>Draft report/certificate review
—>Issue of KCS certificate
Products in scope:
—Ex motors
—Ex communication, signal devices
—Ex pumps
—Ex air conditioning, ventilation system
—Ex power distribution devices
—Ex electrical heating devices
—Ex switches, control and protective device
—Ex accessories, Ex components
—Ex starters
—And more
KCS marking requirements: yes
Other applicable regulatory requirements: KCC, RRA and etc.
We understand that information is crucial in decision-making. That’s why we have created a comprehensive resource center to handle all your inquiries – no matter how trivial. If you have any lingering questions, our highly knowledgeable team is ready to guide you.
In the sea of unanswered questions, we’re here to be the calming voice in your storm. Our agency consulting experts are well-versed in a wide range of topics. Rest assured, we have the expertise to answer even your most unconventional queries. Ping us, and all your doubts will fade away.