Laser pointer

Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Laser pointer
Alert Number0326/10
BrandK
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryGreece
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCode: 347WD
Published26 February 2010

Risk Description

The product poses a risk of damage to sight because the laser pointer is classified as Class IIIB laser product.The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.

Measures Taken

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

Product Description

Pen-sized, black-coloured laser pointer with silver top (approximate length: 16.7 cm) that emits a green laser beam. By turning a part of the product, a light effect is produced. The product is operated by two AAA batteries and is packed in a black carton box (batteries and instruction manual included, approximate dimensions: 18 x 6 x 2.7 cm). Technical characteristics: output power <30 mW, wavelength 532 nm ±10.

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