Exhaust emissions standards

The Republic of Korea (South Korea) has been regulating vehicle exhaust emissions since the 1980s, with major updates occurring in 2000, 2002, 2006, 2009 and 2013. The emission regulations fell under the authority of the Ministry of Environment, with advice from the National Institute of Environmental Research. Engine emission tests and certifications are carried out by the Ministry of Environment or the National Institute of Environmental Research.

There are three regulations affecting the exhaust emissions standards:

Depending on the type of fuels and vehicles, South Korea’s emission regulations follow either U.S./California or