Laser pointers - Copper laser radiation LED and pen 3-in-1

Damage to sight Laser pointers Serious risk
Photo of recalled product: Laser pointers - Copper laser radiation LED and pen 3-in-1
Alert Number0718/07
BrandUnknown
CategoryLaser pointers
Risk TypeDamage to sight
Notifying CountryItaly
Country of OriginPeople's Republic of China
Model NumberCode MX-01
Published27 July 2007

Risk Description

The product poses a serious risk of damage to sight because it is potentially dangerous if the beam strikes an unprotected eye directly or even when reflected by another surface (watches, rings, pens, etc.). The label indicates that it is a class III laser. Sales of these products are therefore prohibited in Italy except for specific professional uses; in such cases the supplier must clearly indicate the purpose of the product and the instructions for its proper use.In addition, the label is not suitable, since the information is in English only.This product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60865.

Measures Taken

Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Seizure of the products and withdrawal from the market ordered by the authoritiesDate of entry into force: Unknown

Product Description

Sales package containing aluminium colour laser pointer with white LED light and pen, marketed as "Copper laser radiation LED and pen 3-in-1" (code MX-01) – Class IIIA

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