Green Laser Pointer
Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0461/15 |
| Brand | SDLaser |
| Category | Laser pointers |
| Risk Type | Damage to sight |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 10 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".