LASER & LED LIGHT
Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/1406/18 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Laser pointers |
| Risk Type | Damage to sight |
| Notifying Country | Cyprus |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 2 in 1 LASER & LED LIGHT, 3 in 1 LASER & LED LIGHT & Carabiner |
| Published | 28 September 2018 |
Risk Description
The product does not have the necessary warnings related to its use. The direct entry of the laser beam into the eye can lead to damage to sight. The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825-1 with regard to labelling.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the marketDate of entry into force: 17/07/2018
Product Description
Laser pointer embedded with LED flash light and a key chain holder. The device has three operating buttons and is powered by cell batteries.