OneKey Classic 1S & Pro Wallets Pass South Korea KC Certification

As one of the countries with the highest cryptocurrency adoption rates in the world, South Korea maintains extremely high compliance thresholds for the import and sale of electronic products. For any hardware device aspiring to enter the Korean market, obtaining KC Certification (Korea Certification) is a mandatory legal requirement.

Recently, OneKey's core products—OneKey Classic 1S and OneKey Pro—successfully passed rigorous testing by relevant Korean agencies and obtained the KC RF and EMC Certification. This marks OneKey's official receipt of the "passport" to this core Asian crypto market, enabling the provision of secure and compliant cold wallet services to local users.

Part 1: What is this certification and what is its core significance?

KC Certification is the unified national certification mark of Korea, implemented by the Korean Agency for Technology and Standards (KATS) and the National Radio Research Agency (RRA) under the "Electrical Appliances and Consumer Products Safety Control Act" and the "Radio Waves Act." For wireless devices with Bluetooth like OneKey, KC certification primarily covers two core areas: Radio Frequency (RF) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

1. The "Legal Identity Card" for the Korean Market

In Korea, the import, distribution, or sale of electronic products without KC certification is strictly prohibited. By achieving this certification, OneKey proves that its products comply with Korean Standards (KS). This not only eliminates the risk of products being seized by Korean customs but also allows OneKey to list on major Korean e-commerce platforms like Coupang and Naver Shopping, directly facing millions of Korean crypto users.

2. Respect and Protection for the Radio Environment

South Korea has a high population density and scarce radio spectrum resources. KC certification aims to ensure that introduced devices do not cause harmful interference to Korea's existing communication networks (such as 4G/5G, Wi-Fi). Obtaining certification means that when OneKey wallets establish Bluetooth connections, their signals are "clean" and standardized, capable of coexisting harmoniously with surrounding electronic devices.

Part 2: What requirements must be met to pass this certification?

KC certification testing standards are known for their rigor, typically referencing international IEC/CISPR standards while incorporating specific Korean national differences. OneKey Classic 1S and Pro had to pass the following "hardcore" tests:

1. KN Series Electromagnetic Compatibility Tests (EMC)

• Immunity: According to KN 35 (or relevant KN 301 489) standards, the device is tested for its ability to avoid freezing, restarting, or losing data when faced with external interference like Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and RF radiation. This is crucial for ensuring user safety during transfers in complex electromagnetic environments (e.g., subways, shopping malls).
• Emission: According to KN 32 standards, the electromagnetic noise emitted by the device is strictly limited. OneKey must prove that its circuit design is precise enough not to become a "noise source" polluting Korea's electromagnetic environment.

2. Rigorous Radio Frequency Tests (RF)

For the built-in Bluetooth module, laboratories conduct tests based on Korea's Radio Waves Act:

• Frequency Tolerance & Spurious Emissions: Ensuring the device operates strictly within the 2.4GHz ISM band and that spurious signals in non-operating bands are extremely low.
• Transmission Power Control: Verifying that the device's transmission power falls within the range permitted by Korean regulations, ensuring stable connectivity while avoiding excessive radiation.

3. Battery and Electrical Safety

Although KC primarily focuses on radio waves for this category, devices with built-in lithium batteries typically also undergo safety assessments to ensure safe charging under Korean voltage standards, with no risk of overheating or fire.

Part 3: Future Outlook

The successful passing of the Korean KC certification by OneKey Classic 1S and Pro is a significant move in OneKey's global compliance strategy within the Asian market.

1. Deepening Presence in the "Kimchi Premium" Market

Korea possesses a unique crypto asset market ecosystem. OneKey will use this opportunity to strengthen cooperation with local Korean exchanges and Web3 projects, providing Korean investors with a tangible sense of security through localized compliant products.

2. Continuous Compliance Maintenance

KC certification requires holders to undergo regular factory inspections or product consistency checks. OneKey commits to strictly maintaining production standards, ensuring that the quality of every hardware wallet sold to Seoul or Busan matches the samples submitted for testing perfectly.

Through KC certification, OneKey once again proves to the world: Whether in the US with the strictest regulations (FCC) or Korea with the most unique standards (KC), OneKey has the capability to provide premium hardware that meets the highest industry standards.