Korean KC Certification Process for Lighting Fixtures

Introduction to KC Certification  

KC certification is a mandatory certification by the South Korean government aimed at ensuring the safety and quality of electrical equipment and building materials. Lighting fixtures, as one type of electrical equipment, must comply with KC certification requirements to enter the Korean market. Certified lighting fixtures receive a certification mark, signifying they have passed all safety and performance tests and meet Korean technical standards.

Testing Standards for Lighting Fixtures KC Certification:

1. General Lighting Equipment  

- Fluorescent fixtures, PLS lighting equipment, incandescent desk lamps with electronic circuits, LED lighting, halogen fixtures:  

  - Safety Standards: K60598-2-X  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

- Floodlights with drivers (≤150W), high-intensity discharge lamp equipment (≤150W):  

  - Safety Standards: K60598-2-X  

2. Ballasts and Lamp Control Devices  

- Inductive Ballasts:  

  - Safety Standards: K61347-2-8 / K61347-2-9, K60923, K60921  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

- Electronic Ballasts:  

  - Safety Standards: K61347-2-12 / K61347-2-3, K60929  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

- Neon Lamp Transformers:  

  - Safety Standards: K61050, K61347-2-10  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

- Converters for Lighting Equipment:  

  - Safety Standards: K61347-X, K61047, or K62384  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

3. Incandescent Lamp Fixtures  

- Fixtures and desk lamps without electronic circuits:  

  - Safety Standards: K60598  

- Chandeliers:  

  - Safety Standards: K60598  

4. Discharge Lamps  

- Fluorescent Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: K60081, K61195, K60901, K61199  

- Induction Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: K10005  

- Mercury Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: K60188  

- Metal Halide Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: K61167  

- Sodium Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: K60192  

- Colored Lamps:  

  - Safety Standards: Based on specific fixture standards  

5. Other Lighting Equipment  

- Christmas Light Strings:  

  - Safety Standards: K60598  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

- Floodlights without Drivers (≤150W):  

  - Safety Standards: K60598  

  - EMC Standards: K00015 and K61547  

Testing Items for Lighting Fixtures KC Certification:  

Lighting fixtures require a series of tests to ensure safety and performance. These tests include:  

1. Structural Testing: Verifies the fixture's structural integrity and identifies potential risks of cracking or damage.  

2. Electrical Testing: Ensures compliance of voltage, current, and power parameters.  

3. Optical Testing: Assesses optical performance, including luminous flux, color temperature, and color rendering index.  

4. Thermal Testing: Checks heat resistance under various conditions to prevent overheating.  

5. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing: Verifies the product does not cause electromagnetic interference.  

6. Chemical Testing: Ensures materials comply with standards and contain no harmful substances.  

Steps to Apply for KC Certification:  

1. Submit Application: Manufacturers or importers submit an application to the Korea Electrical Safety Research Institute and pay the application fee.  

2. Product Testing: After approval, the product undergoes various tests conducted by accredited laboratories, with costs borne by the applicant.  

3. Factory Inspection: After passing the tests, the Korea Electrical Safety Research Institute inspects the production facility to ensure compliance with standards.  

4. Certification Approval: If both product testing and factory inspection are successful, the KC certification certificate is issued, and the certification mark can be used.  

5. Supervisory Inspection: Certified products undergo regular inspections to ensure ongoing compliance.  

KC Certification Bodies  

JJR Laboratories in China specializes in global testing and certification services for lighting products. With a highly experienced engineering team, they excel in certification processes. JJR also offers one-stop KC certification testing services for electronic products, Bluetooth devices, wireless equipment, communication devices, and more. Their efficient certification solutions empower your business to expand in the Korean market.