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Laser pointer “GREEN LASER POINTER” — risk: damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/01836/21
Summary
The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the European standard EN 60825.
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Product
Laser pointer
- Name / model
- GREEN LASER POINTER
- Barcode
- 8518383486547
- Category
- Laser pointers
- Torch shaped laser pointer with rechargeable battery and charger.
What is the risk?
- The laser beam is too powerful. Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. The product does not comply with the European standard EN 60825.
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Import rejected at border
- Date of entry into force: 01/12/2021
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