Injuries Laser pointers Serious risk
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Alert Number0677/05
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeInjuries
Notifying CountryHungary
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published23 December 2005

Risk Description

According to the test report the output power of the sample (2,3-2,8 mW) is higher than the limit value (1 mW) in class 2. The warnings and safety instructions are in English. The indicated classification: “Class II A laser product” is not appropriate because the relevant harmonized standard does not specify such classification.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market and prohibition of placing on the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Laser pointer "Hi-output key chain laser", with 12 replaceable heads. 630-680 nm; output power <1 mW. Class IIA laser product. Type/model: HJ.

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