Laser Pointer
Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
| Alert Number | A12/0523/15 |
| Brand | OURS |
| Category | Laser pointers |
| Risk Type | Damage to sight |
| Notifying Country | United Kingdom |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | RL-01 (red), BL-01 (blue), GL-01 (green). |
| Published | 24 April 2015 |
Risk Description
null The laser pointer is a class 3B laser and could cause damage to sight. The actual output power is many times higher than that which 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 to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at borderDate of entry into force: 19/02/2015
Product Description
Three laser pointers with a set of instructions, packaged in a plain white cardboard box. Labelling on the lasers states "LASER RADIATION, AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE, MAX OUTPUT POWER < 1mW and CLASS III LASER PRODUCT".