Laser pointers with 5 interchangeable points
| Alert Number | 0624/08 |
| Brand | KEY CHAIN LASER 5 in 1 |
| Category | Laser pointers |
| Risk Type | Damage to sight |
| Notifying Country | Slovakia |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Unknown |
| Published | 13 June 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of damage to sight because the measured values of the direct beam exceed the limit value for eye exposure. In addition, the product has insufficient safety warnings ad user instructions. In case of inappropriate use, especially by children, the beam could directly strike an unprotected eye causing damage.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Laser pointer – a key chain with 5 interchangeable points, He-Ne laser, wave-length 630- 680 nm, indicated output 1 mW, class II. The points have various motifs (eg. a star, octopus, ant, etc.) The laser pointer works in a continual regime. Packed in a plastic container with a transparent lid and in a cardboard box with a transparent front part enabling the product to be seen.