Green Laser Pointer

Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Green Laser Pointer
Alert NumberA12/0461/15
BrandSDLaser
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryUnited Kingdom
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Published10 April 2015

Risk Description

null The laser pointer is a class 3B laser and could cause damage to sight. It is incorrectly labelled as being of a lower laser class. The actual output power is many times higher than is indicated on the label.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with respect to labelling.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Destruction of the productDate of entry into force: 26/02/2015

Product Description

A white cardboard box containing a laser pointer with two safety keys, a battery and battery charger. The laser pointer is labelled "MAX OUPUT POWER less than 5mw CLASS III LASER PRODUCT".

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