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Laser pointer “Laser Pointer Pen” — risk: damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. SR/03931/25
Summary
The laser beam is too powerful (measured value up to: 32 mW). Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. 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
- Laser Pointer Pen
- Barcode
- 8437018469383
- Category
- Laser pointers
- Laser pointer with a red light and laser function. Product sold online, in particular via www.electrocabin.com.
What is the risk?
- The laser beam is too powerful (measured value up to: 32 mW). Direct viewing of the laser beam could cause damage to sight. 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 taking notified measure(s): RetailerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users
- Date of entry into force: 01/09/2025
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Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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