EU alert · Safety Gate Serious risk Laser pointers
Laser pointer “2 in 1 Laser e luce” — risk: burns, damage to sight, injuries
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03147/25
Summary
The laser beam is too powerful (measured value up to 5 mW). Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. Moreover, prolonged exposure to the beam can lead to injuries and burns. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 60825-1.
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Product
Laser pointer
- Name / model
- 2 in 1 Laser e luce
- Category
- Laser pointers
- Laser pointer with dual light and laser function, powered by three button batteries.
What is the risk?
- The laser beam is too powerful (measured value up to 5 mW). Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. Moreover, prolonged exposure to the beam can lead to injuries and burns. The product does not comply with the General Product Safety Regulation nor with the European standard EN 60825-1.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: DistributorCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measures
- Date of entry into force: 04/10/2024
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