South Korea is one of the world's most advanced e-commerce markets with extremely high internet penetration and mobile usage. Success requires localization, understanding Korean beauty standards, and mobile-first approach.
人口
51.7 Million
GDP
$1.8 Trillion
互联网普及率
96%
电商增长
+18% YoY
Korean consumers are extremely trend-conscious, brand-loyal, and influenced by celebrities/K-pop. High mobile commerce usage. Quality and aesthetics are paramount. Fast delivery is expected.
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成本: $20-40/year
Requires local business registration or foreign entity registration
Korean
商务文化: Hierarchical and relationship-based. Respect for age and status is crucial. Decision-making is consensus-driven. Face-saving culture is important.
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Requires local business registration or foreign entity registration
成本: $20-40/year
While many Koreans speak English, consumer-facing content must be in Korean. Work with local partners for translation and cultural adaptation. Poor translations will hurt credibility.
Naver Shopping, Coupang, and G Market are dominant. Social commerce via KakaoTalk and Instagram is growing. Amazon has very limited presence.
Very important. K-pop celebrities and influencers drive purchasing decisions. Micro-influencers are also effective. Consider K-beauty trends even for non-beauty products.