Korea Certification (KC) Mark for Home Textile Products Update: KATS No. 2011 - 0727


Korea Certification Mark

The Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) announced a proposed amendment for home textile products in December 2011. The new requirements are intended to protect consumers from hazardous substances contained in textile products. The standard is scheduled to come into force one year from the date of the amendment announcement.

Highlights of the Safety Quality Labeling Annex 1 Update (KATS No. 2011-0727)
  • Additional requirement for nickel in electromagnetic wave proof products or metallic materials.
  • The requirements for textile products are as follows:


  • Re-categorization of products as shown below:

    Product Category
    Socks (e.g. tights, stockings…) and maternity belts Innerwear
    Arm warmer Outerwear
    Hammocks Bedding
    Bags including school bags Textile products for Children


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