Sweeper battery KC certification overview: a practical guide from entry to clearance

The popularization of vacuum cleaners has upgraded housework from "physical work" to "automated tasks". High-quality batteries can support the long-term battery life of the device, avoid frequent charging interruption cleaning plan; The stable discharge performance can ensure the smooth operation of the equipment on different ground materials. According to industry data, in 2023, the sales of sweeping machines in the South Korean market increased by 23% year-on-year, of which about 60% of consumers will "battery life" as a key factor in purchasing.

KC Certification: Quality "identity card" for the Korean market

The KC certification is led by the Korea Institute of Technology and Standards (KATS) and covers safety, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and energy efficiency standards for electrical and electronic products. For sweeper batteries, the certification focuses on safety indicators such as overcharge protection, short circuit protection, and high temperature stability to ensure that the product can still work stably under extreme use scenarios. Certified products will be given the KC mark and become a "quality endorsement" trusted by Korean consumers.

1. Application materials: Scientific preparation to improve efficiency

2, product technical documents: including battery specifications, circuit design drawings, bill of materials (BOM table);

3, test report: need to cover UN38.3 (air transport safety test), IEC 62133 (portable battery safety standard) and other international general projects;

4, enterprise qualification certificate: such as business license, factory quality management system certificate;

5, sample information: Provide sufficient battery samples for laboratory testing.

Four steps to KC certification process

1、Preliminary consultation: confirm the applicable standards and testing schemes with certification bodies;

2、Laboratory testing: Complete safety, EMC and performance testing (cycle about 4-6 weeks);

3、Document review: submit technical documents and cooperate with certification bodies to complete compliance review;

4、Certificate issuance: After passing the audit, the KC certificate is issued, and the validity period is usually 1-3 years.

5、Certification value: More than market access

6、Breaking through trade barriers: KC certification is a mandatory requirement for Korean customs clearance, and uncertified products may face the risk of return;

7、Enhance consumer confidence: Products with the KC logo are more likely to be recommended by channels and favored by consumers;

8、Optimize product design: Test data from the certification process helps companies improve their battery management systems (BMS) and improve product reliability.

KC certification is not only a "test" for technical compliance, but also an opportunity for enterprises to polish products. With the upgrade of battery safety requirements in the global market, enterprises that layout certification systems in advance will win more initiative in the smart home circuit. After all, a "certificated" battery is the solid backing for the sweeping robot to become a "household cleaning housekeeper".