Korea Institute of Analytical Science and Technology

Summarize KIAST main services and accreditations in English

KIAST’s main services focus on advanced analytical testing and regulatory support, backed by internationally recognized laboratory accreditations.

## Main analytical services

- Comprehensive chemical analysis of hazardous substances in materials and products (e.g., plastics, electronics, automotive parts) in line with Korean and global regulations.

- Specialized microplastics and foreign-matter testing in various matrices, including industrial raw materials, semi-finished goods, and consumer products such as food, cosmetics, and drinking water.

- Method development, validation, and technical consulting to support companies with compliance, quality assurance, and international standardization requirements.

## Accreditations and qualification

- Accredited as a testing laboratory under ISO/IEC 17025 (KOLAS), ensuring internationally accepted quality management and technical competence in its analyses.

- Designated and recognized to perform regulatory compliance testing for multiple domestic and international environmental and product-safety regulations, enabling official test reports that can be used for certification and market access.