South Korea made USB Type-C Requirements Mandatory
South Korea is introducing new regulatory requirements for USB Type-C connectivity in specified broadcasting and telecommunications equipment. Effective from: 6 November 2026 Under the new requirements, applicable equipment must be equipped with a USB Type-C receptacle connector in accordance with the specified technical standards for charging and data transmission. More
South Korea is introducing new regulatory requirements for USB Type-C connectivity in specified broadcasting and telecommunications equipment.
Effective from: 6 November 2026
Under the new requirements, applicable equipment must be equipped with a USB Type-C receptacle connector in accordance with the specified technical standards for charging and data transmission.
More importantly, from 6 November 2026, the following products will require mandatory Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC) approval based on local testing:
- Mobile phones
- Tablets
- Digital cameras
- Headphones & headsets
- Portable video game consoles
- Portable speakers
- E-book readers
- Keyboards & mice
- Portable navigation devices
- Earphones
- Laptops
The regulation aims to reduce resource waste, improve consumer convenience, and establish standardized charging and data transmission methods for covered equipment.
What manufacturers should consider
Companies planning to place these products on the South Korean market should review:
- USB Type-C interface and connector requirements
- Applicable technical standards
- SDoC certification requirements
- Local testing requirements
- Product compliance timelines ahead of 6 November 2026
This development is particularly relevant for manufacturers and exporters of consumer electronics who are preparing their South Korean market-entry and product compliance strategies.
Regulatory source: Korea Law Information Center (Korean)
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