was recalled on 29 April 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 0214/05. Injuries risk reported by Slovakia. Risk of injury.
| Alert Number | 0214/05 |
| Category | Laser pointers |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 29 April 2005 |
Risk Description
Risk of injury. The laser pointer beam exceeds the maximum accepted values; missing safety warnings and instructions in Slovak. The laser pointer does not comply with the relevant standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Placing on the market prohibited; withdrawal from the distribution, issue of warnings and recall ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Toy battery operated laser pointer “Hi-Output Key Chain Laser - Key tag – laser pointer”.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.