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Conformity Assessment System (Radio Wave Act)

Purpose
Based on the「Radio Wave Act」, the『Conformity Assessment System』aims to contribute to the promotion of radio wave-related fields and the promotion of public welfare by determining the matters concerning effective and safe use and management of radio waves to facilitate the use of radio waves and development of radio technology.
Overview
The「Conformity Assessment System」shall divide the equipment that is likely to harm the radio environment and broadcasting communication network, and equipment that is affected by electromagnetic waves to the extent that it causes electromagnetic interference or interferes with normal operation into「Certification of Conformity and Registration of Compatibility, Interim of Conformity」depending on the product and obtain the certification through testing on the conformity assessment standards for each equipment.
Target Products
Products subject to「Certification of Conformity」
  • Broadcasting and communication equipment, etc. that may cause harm to the radio wave environment and broadcasting communication networks, etc.
  • Broadcasting and communications equipment, etc. that cause serious electromagnetic interference or are affected by electromagnetic waves to the extent that normal operation is disturbed.
  • Other broadcasting and communications equipment, etc. that are likely to cause serious harm to human life and safety.
※ Refer to Attached table 1「Notification on Conformity Assessment of Broadcasting and Communication Equipment, etc.」
Products subject to「Registration of Compatibility」
  • Broadcasting and communication equipment with an operating frequency of 9 kHz or higher that is not subject to certification of conformity.
※ Refer to Attached table 1「Notification on Conformity Assessment of Broadcasting and Communication Equipment, etc.」
Products subject to「Interim of Conformity」
  • Broadcasting and communication equipment developed with new technology for which standards and standards have not been established, etc.
Required Documentation
  • Application form
  • Business registration certificate
  • Power of Attorney
  • User’s manual(※in Korean)
  • (If applicable) Technical documents (※ circuit diagram, part layout diagram, antenna specifications, etc.)
  • (If applicable) other requested documents, etc.
Process
※ In case of nonconformity, the nonconformity (document or sample) needs to be supplemented
Remarks
Penalty
A person who violates Article 84 (Penalty) of the Radio Wave Act shall be punished by imprisonment for not more than three years or by a fine not exceeding 30 million won.